Asparagus Pasta Salad With A Creamy Lemon Dressing Recipe

Name: Asparagus Pasta Salad With A Creamy Lemon Dressing
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
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; Dressing; 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)

Servings: persons

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
Dressing
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)

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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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 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), and more.

Yes, Asparagus Pasta Salad With A Creamy Lemon Dressing falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

Asparagus Pasta Salad With A Creamy Lemon Dressing

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