Side Dishes

Creamy Lemon-Basil Pasta Salad

This creamy, zesty pasta salad with peas and arugula is a modern take on a summer classic. We love the bright lemon zest and shower of crunchy, buttery bread crumbs for texture.

Creamy Lemon-Basil Pasta Salad

Coffee By Design | Portland, Maine

Photo Credit : Katherine Keenan

Yield:

6 to 8 servings

Ingredients

2 cloves crushed garlic
1 cup sliced fresh basil, plus more for garnish
1 tablespoon honey
Juice of 1 lemon
Zest of 1 lemon
3/4 cup mayonnaise
1 cup plain full-fat Greek yogurt
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/3 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

First, make the dressing: Combine the garlic, basil, honey, lemon juice, lemon zest, mayonnaise, and yogurt in a food processor. Pulse until well combined. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Refrigerate until ready to serve.

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