Arugula Pasta Salad
This arugula pasta salad recipe is loaded with fresh greens and chopped veggies tossed in a sweet sesame lime dressing. A great make ahead side salad, appetizer, or lunch. Ready in 30 minutes, and loaded with fresh good-for-you ingredients.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Large Pot
Ingredients
For the Salad
- 8 ounces noodles
- 4 cups arugula
- 1 cup red cabbage shredded
- 2 carrots shredded
For the Dressing
- 1/4 cup peanut oil
- 2 limes juiced
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons Tamari or liquid aminos
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1/2 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
- Crushed Red Pepper Flakes to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, cook pasta according to package instructions. Rinse under cool water, drain, and place in a very large mixing or serving bowl.
- Add the arugula, red cabbage, and sliced carrots. Set aside.
- Add all the dressing ingredients to a mason jar and shake well.
- Pour dressing over the pasta and vegetables, and toss well to combine.
- Chill for at least 1 hour and serve.
To Make This Ahead
- Follow directions as above, but omit the arugula. Store the salad in the refrigerator, and toss in the arugula just before serving.
Nutrition
Calories: 408kcalCarbohydrates: 61gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 540mgPotassium: 417mgFiber: 5gSugar: 14gVitamin A: 5835IUVitamin C: 28mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 2mg
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