Refreshing Mediterranean Salad Pasta
Simple and Refreshing Salad Pasta Recipe for a Healthy Meal
Introducing a pasta dish that’s both healthy and incredibly easy to make. Perfect for a light yet satisfying meal.
Pasta & Vegetables
- Fusilli pasta 250g
- Mixed salad greens 2 bags (or 200g)
- Cherry tomatoes 1 pack (approx. 200g)
Refreshing Dressing
- Fresh lemon juice 3 Tbsp
- Sugar 2 Tbsp
- Olive oil 2 Tbsp
- Fresh lemon juice 3 Tbsp
- Sugar 2 Tbsp
- Olive oil 2 Tbsp
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, let’s cook the fusilli pasta. Bring a generous pot of water to a boil, add half a tablespoon of salt (about 5g), and cook the fusilli according to package directions, but reduce the cooking time by about 1 minute to achieve an al dente texture. This ensures the pasta stays firm and doesn’t become mushy when mixed with the vegetables.
Step 2
Rinse the fresh mixed salad greens and cherry tomatoes thoroughly under cold water. For extra crispness, you can soak the greens in cold water for about 10 minutes before rinsing.
Step 3
Trim the stems from the rinsed cherry tomatoes and cut them in half. Most pre-packaged salad mixes are ready to use, but if the leaves are very large, it’s a good idea to chop them into bite-sized pieces.
Step 4
Once the fusilli is cooked, drain it in a colander and rinse quickly under cold running water to stop the cooking process and cool it down. Rinsing prevents the pasta from sticking together and maintains its chewy texture. Ensure all excess water is drained off.
Step 5
Now, let’s prepare the delicious dressing. In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, and sugar. Taste the dressing and adjust the sweetness or tanginess to your preference. You can add a touch of honey for extra flavor complexity.
Step 6
Arrange the prepared salad greens attractively at the bottom of a large serving bowl or pasta dish. This fresh, vibrant base will complement the pasta perfectly.
Step 7
Neatly place the drained fusilli pasta on top of the salad greens. The colorful combination is already quite appealing!
Step 8
Arrange the remaining salad greens over the pasta, and artfully scatter the halved cherry tomatoes among them. The visual appeal with the harmonious colors is truly delightful.
Step 9
Finally, drizzle the prepared refreshing dressing evenly over the pasta and vegetables. For an extra touch, you can sprinkle some grated Parmesan cheese or a pinch of black pepper.
Step 10
Your healthy and delicious salad pasta is ready! Enjoy this delightful meal.
