Asparagus Pasta Salad With a Creamy Lemon Dressing |
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Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 20 Minutes |
Ready In: 35 Minutes Servings: 2 |
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A nice twist on asparagus and pasta salad. A quick easy dish with a light lemony, tangy sauce, but very fast. Pair this along a grilled piece of fish or chicken breast and this makes this a very nice easy dinner. Ingredients:
10 ounces penne pasta |
2 lbs asparagus (ends removed and cut in 2-inch pieces on a angle) |
1/2 cup scallion, cut on a angle in 1-inch pieces |
1/2 cup cheddar cheese, grated (i like sharp cheddar) |
1 tablespoon kosher salt (to cook the pasta in) |
1/2 lemon, thin sliced |
4 tablespoons mayonnaise |
4 tablespoons chicken broth |
2 tablespoons lemon juice |
3 teaspoons dijon mustard |
2 teaspoons minced garlic |
1 teaspoon ground black pepper |
1 teaspoon kosher salt, the dish (to season) |
Directions:
1. Dressing - mix all the ingredients and set to the side until the pasta and asparagus are cooked.
2. Salad - In a large pot of salted water, boil the pasta according to directions. Approximately 3 minutes before the pasta is done, add the asparagus until is comes out al dente. Now drain the pasta and asparagus. Rinse under cold water for just a few seconds to stop the cooking process and cool slightly.
3. Combine - Now toss the still slightly warm pasta with the dressing. Add in the scallions, extra salt and pepper and serve garnished with the cheese fresh lemon slices. A nice simple salad!
4. Now this is a very light tasting salad with a very simple dressing. It doesn't have bold flavors, but subtle flavors which is a nice compliment to a fresh herb roasted chicken breast or piece of fish. This is all about fresh subtle flavors.
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