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Lemon Basil Pasta Salad

Lemon Basil Pasta Salad: A Fresh, Zesty Summer Favorite

Enjoy this Lemon Basil Pasta Salad, a refreshing and vibrant dish perfect for summer gatherings.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 oz Pasta Use Orecchiette or gluten-free pasta
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup Fresh Basil Essential for flavor
  • 1/4 cup Parsley Can substitute with cilantro
  • 1/2 cup Plant-based Yogurt Try Forager Project or Silk’s Soy yogurt
  • 1 Fresh Lemon Use zest and juice
  • 1 tbsp Miso Paste Nutritional yeast is a substitute
For the Veggies
  • 1 cup Zucchini Or summer squash
  • 1 medium Onion Can swap with shallots
  • 1 cup Artichoke Hearts Marinated recommended
  • 2 cups Spinach Or arugula for more spice

Equipment

  • pot
  • Skillet
  • blender
  • mixing bowl
  • paper towel

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prep the zucchini and let it rest with salt for 5-10 minutes to draw out moisture.
  2. Boil salted water and cook pasta until al dente, around 8-10 minutes; drain and cool.
  3. Sauté chopped onions in olive oil over medium heat for 5-7 minutes until translucent.
  4. Sear zucchini and halved lemons in the skillet for 6 and 5 minutes respectively until caramelized.
  5. Blend basil, parsley, lemon zest, garlic, pepitas, yogurt, miso paste, olive oil, and lemon juice until smooth.
  6. Combine pasta, sautéed onions, zucchini, and lemon in a bowl; toss with half the dressing and adjust to taste.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 8gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 350mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 6gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Let the salad chill for at least 30 minutes before serving to meld flavors.

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