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Green Goddess Pasta Salad

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A fresh and vibrant pasta salad packed with healthy ingredients, perfect for family gatherings or a quick weekday meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course, Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

For the Dressing
  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt Adds creaminess
  • 1 cup fresh basil leaves For flavor
  • 1/4 cup packed fresh parsley sprigs
  • 1/4 cup fresh tarragon sprigs
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves
  • 2 cloves garlic For flavor
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil For richness
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice For acidity
  • 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest Enhances lemon flavor
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
For the Salad
  • 16 ounces uncooked orecchiette pasta Or pasta of choice
  • 1 cup frozen peas Add with pasta
  • 1 pound cut fresh asparagus (1-inch pieces) Sautéed
  • 2 cups fresh arugula For greens
  • 1 cup fresh mozzarella pearls For creaminess
  • 1 tablespoon minced chives For garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Blend the yogurt, herbs, garlic, olive oil, lemon juice and zest, salt, and pepper in a food processor until smooth. Set aside.
  2. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Cook the orecchiette pasta according to package instructions. During the last 2 minutes of cooking, add the frozen peas to the boiling water.
  3. Drain the pasta and peas, then allow to cool slightly.
  4. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add asparagus and cook for about 7-8 minutes until tender and lightly browned, flipping halfway. Transfer to a large shallow bowl and let cool slightly.
  5. Combine the pasta, peas, arugula, and mozzarella in the bowl. Pour in half of the dressing and toss to coat. Adjust with more dressing to taste and top with chopped chives before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 15gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 300mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4g

Notes

To keep the salad from becoming soggy, mix in the dressing just before serving. Feel free to add grilled chicken or swap for a gluten-free pasta.
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