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Asparagus Pasta Salad

Asparagus Pasta Salad with Honey Mustard Dressing

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Salad
Cuisine American
Servings 8 servings
Calories 491 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound pasta such as rotini or penne
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 pound asparagus trimmed and cut into thirds
  • 1 pint cherry tomatoes quartered
  • 4 green onions thinly sliced
  • 8 ounces white cheddar or fontina cheese cubed
  • 1/4 cup fresh herbs like basil and parsley chopped
  • 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil

Instructions
 

  • Cook pasta: Boil a pot of salted water and cook the pasta as per the package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process.
    Asparagus Pasta Salad
  • Sauté asparagus: In a skillet over medium heat, warm a drizzle of olive oil and sauté the asparagus with a pinch of salt and pepper until bright green and tender.
    Asparagus Pasta Salad
  • Combine salad: In a large mixing bowl, toss together the cooked pasta, sautéed asparagus, cherry tomatoes, green onions, and cheese cubes.
    Asparagus Pasta Salad
  • Prepare dressing: Whisk together the apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, and olive oil in a small bowl until well combined.
    Asparagus Pasta Salad
  • Dress salad: Pour the honey mustard dressing over the pasta mixture and toss until everything is evenly coated. Season with additional salt and pepper if needed.
  • Add herbs and serve: Stir in the fresh herbs and serve the salad immediately, or chill in the refrigerator if preferred. The flavors meld beautifully over time.

Nutrition

Calories: 491kcalCarbohydrates: 53gProtein: 16gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 28mgSodium: 241mgPotassium: 436mgFiber: 4gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 1222IUVitamin C: 21mgCalcium: 244mgIron: 3mg
Keyword asparagus pasta salad, honey mustard dressing
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