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Lemon Basil Pasta Salad With English Peas

Lemon Basil Pasta Salad with English Peas is a simple and flavorful addition to your summertime table. Perfect for that hot summer day.
Course Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine American
Keyword pasta, salads
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 300kcal
Author angela@mealstreetkitchen

Ingredients

  • 1/2 pound pasta bowties
  • 1 cup cooked english peas you can use thawed frozen petite peas
  • 1/4 cup freshly grated asiago cheese, fine grated
  • 5 leaves fresh basil, torn

For the Dressing

  • 1/2 cup good quality mayonaise
  • 1 tablespoon fresh squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest, minced
  • 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 5 large leaves fresh basil
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

  • Cook pasta according to package directions in salted water. Once pasta is  cooked, strain and cool under cold running water. Toss with a small amount of oil to prevent sticking. Make sure pasta is well drained. Place in a large bowl. Add the peas, asiago cheese and torn basil leaves.
    In the bowl of a food processor or blender. Combine all dressing ingredients. Blend until well combined.
    Pour dressing over pasta and toss until everything is well coated. Adjust salt and pepper to taste.

Nutrition

Calories: 300kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 8g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Cholesterol: 11mg | Sodium: 930mg | Potassium: 173mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 565IU | Vitamin C: 12mg | Calcium: 76mg | Iron: 2mg