Description
Creamy green goddess pasta salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that elevates any meal. With its luscious dressing made from fresh herbs, Greek yogurt, and zesty lemon juice, it delights your taste buds while adding a pop of color to your plate. Perfect for summer picnics or a quick weeknight dinner, this salad is packed with flavor and nutrition, making it a favorite among family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz rotini pasta
- 1 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/2 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1/4 cup chives, chopped
- 1 cup whole milk Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1 cucumber (diced)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Cook the rotini pasta in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and allow to cool slightly.
- In a blender, combine parsley, basil, chives, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, garlic cloves, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth.
- In a large bowl, mix cooled pasta with cherry tomatoes and cucumber. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat.
- Sprinkle grated Parmesan on top and mix lightly. Adjust seasoning if needed.
- Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing/Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 15mg