Lemon Pasta Salad Recipes

LEMON BASIL PASTA SALAD

Steps:

• Fill a large pot 3/4 of the way with water and place over high heat. Add plenty of salt and bring to a boil. Add the pasta and cook 8 to 10 minutes, until al dente. Drain the pasta and rinse under cold water to cool down.
• Put the pasta in a large serving bowl and add the tomatoes, basil, lemon juice, olive oil and salt. Toss well and garnish with fresh basil leaves.

MARSHALL FIELD'S LEMON PASTA SALAD

Steps:

• Cook pasta according to package directions.
• Meanwhile, combine the lemon zest, olive oil, lemon juice, salt and pepper in a bowl. Set aside.
• Drain pasta and transfer to a large bowl. Pour lemon oil mixture over warm pasta. Toss cover and refrigerate for at least one hour.
• Stir in the tomatoes, fresh basil, cheese and dried basil. Cover and refrigerate for an additional hour.

LEMON PASTA SALAD

Steps:

• Cook pasta al dente according to package directions; drain, rinse in cold water, drain again and place in a large bowl.
• Whisk oil, lemon juice, mustard, zest and garlic in a small bowl. Season with salt & pepper to taste. Add chopped peppers, feta, scallions, and tomatoes to the pasta.
• Pour dressing over and toss.
• Add basil and parsley and toss.
• Season with salt & pepper.

NEELY'S LEMON PASTA SALAD

Steps:

• Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add the pasta and cook until al dente. Drain and rinse. Set aside.
• In another large pot of boiling salted water, add the asparagus and blanch until bright green and slightly tender, about 3 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon or a spider and shock in icy cold water. Remove from the water and dry well.
• Trim the ends of the asparagus and cut into bite-size pieces on the bias.
• Whisk together the mustard, garlic, lemon juice, and olive oil in a small bowl. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
• Combine the reserved asparagus and pasta in a large serving bowl. Add the tomatoes, dill, peas, feta, and the mustard dressing. Toss with tongs to coat the salad well. Taste and add additional salt and pepper, if needed.