LEMON VEGETABLE PASTA SALAD

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Loved this pasta salad! It's a very different type of pasta salad recipe than we've had in the past and enjoyed this. The fresh veggies add tons of crunch. And the lemon mayo has a light, fresh taste. This recipe does make a lot... so prepare to feed a crowd and make this in a large bowl.

Provided by Meryl Hausner

Categories     Pasta Salads

Number Of Ingredients 12

LEMON MAYONNAISE
2 c mayonnaise
1 c yogurt, plain and non-fat
1/2 c lemon juice, fresh
1/4 c tarragon, chopped fresh or 1 tablespoon, dried
1 tsp salt
PASTA SALAD
2 pkg pasta shells, medium, 16 oz. each
3 lb asparagus, blanched & cut into 3 inch pieces
2 lb snap pea pods, blanched
16 green onions, sliced, 1 cup
2 medium yellow bell peppers, coarsely chopped, 2 cups

Steps:

  • 1. In a large bowl, mix all lemon mayonnaise ingredients until well blended, set aside.
  • 2. Cook & drain pasta as directed on the package. Rinse with cold water, drain.
  • 3. To blanch the asparagus & pea pods, plunge them into boiling water, for 10-15 seconds or until they turn bright green. Remove from boiling water & plunge into a bowl of ice & water to stop the cooking, drain.
  • 4. In large bowl mix pasta & remaining ingredients. Stir in lemon mayonnaise until well mixed. Cover & refrigerate 1 - 2 hours or until chilled.

Zeeshan Hamza
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This pasta salad is a summer staple in my house. It's so refreshing and flavorful.


Yamuna Binadi
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I've made this pasta salad several times and it's always delicious. It's a great recipe to have on hand for a quick and easy meal.


Patti Robinson
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This pasta salad is easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Fatema Parvin
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I love the combination of flavors in this pasta salad. The lemon dressing is tangy and bright, and the vegetables add a nice crunch.


Dondon
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This pasta salad is a great healthy option for a summer meal. It's light and refreshing, and it's packed with nutrients.


Goutam Sen
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I made this pasta salad for a picnic and it was a hit! It's a great dish to take to a potluck or barbecue.


Samundra Lepcha
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I always have a bunch of odds and ends in my fridge, and this is a great way to use them up.


small jr
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I'm not a huge fan of vegetables, but this pasta salad changed my mind. The vegetables are so fresh and flavorful.


Gulber Khan
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This pasta salad is a crowd-pleaser. I've made it for potlucks and everyone always raves about it.


Craig Greenhalgh
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I added some grilled chicken to this salad and it was delicious! It's a great way to add some extra protein to the dish.


Christian Morrison
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The lemon dressing is the star of this dish. It's so flavorful and really brightens up the vegetables.


Kaushik Roy
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I love how easy this recipe is to make. It's perfect for a weeknight meal when you don't have a lot of time to cook.


samedkhan samed
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This pasta salad is a light and refreshing summer dish that is packed with flavor. The lemon dressing is tangy and bright, and the vegetables add a nice crunch. I would definitely make this again!