Pasta Salad With Blue Cheese, Walnuts And Arugula -

Name: Pasta Salad With Blue Cheese, Walnuts And Arugula - Weight Watchers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 Tbsp chopped walnuts, coarsely chopped; 1/2 tsp table salt; 6 oz uncooked bow ties, also called farfalle; 2 cup(s) arugula, baby leaves, stems removed; 2 Tbsp chives, fresh, minced; 1 cup(s) grape tomatoes, halved; 1 Tbsp white wine vinegar; 1 Tbsp olive oil, extra-virgin; 1/4 tsp table salt; 1/4 tsp black pepper; 3 Tbsp blue cheese, crumbled

Servings: persons

2 Tbsp chopped walnuts, coarsely chopped
1/2 tsp table salt
6 oz uncooked bow ties, also called farfalle
2 cup(s) arugula, baby leaves, stems removed
2 Tbsp chives, fresh, minced
1 cup(s) grape tomatoes, halved
1 Tbsp white wine vinegar
1 Tbsp olive oil, extra-virgin
1/4 tsp table salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
3 Tbsp blue cheese, crumbled

1
Place walnuts in a small, heavy-bottomed skillet. Toast nuts over medium-high heat until lightly browned, shaking skillet frequently, about 1 to 2 minutes; remove from skillet and set aside.
2
Bring 3 quarts of water and 1/2 teaspoon of salt to a boil in a large pot. Stir in pasta and cook until tender, about 11 to 13 minutes; remove 1 tablespoon of pasta cooking water and save for step 3. Drain pasta and place in a large serving bowl; immediately add arugula and toss well. Cover bowl with a lid or tight fitting plastic wrap; set aside until arugula is limp, about 5 minutes. Stir in chives and tomatoes.
3
Stir together vinegar, oil, reserved tablespoon of pasta cooking water, remaining 1/4 teaspoon of salt and pepper in a cup. Pour dressing over pasta salad and toss well; sprinkle with blue cheese. Yields about 1 1/4 cups per serving.
4
Notes
5
If you're using mature arugula leaves, chop and add them to the pasta for 1 to 2 minutes at the end of cooking time to blanch them. Drain the pasta and arugula, and immediately move to the next step of mixing the salad ingredients together.

133

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 Tbsp chopped walnuts, coarsely chopped, 1/2 tsp table salt, 6 oz uncooked bow ties, also called farfalle, 2 cup(s) arugula, baby leaves, stems removed, and more.

Yes, Pasta Salad With Blue Cheese, Walnuts And Arugula - Weight Watchers 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Pasta Salad With Blue Cheese, Walnuts And Arugula - Weight Watchers

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