Lemon Creamy Veggies (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Pasta Salad
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1 pound of farfalle, fusilli, rotini, or penne pasta
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1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped roughly
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2 tablespoons finely chopped dill
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1 cup peas (frozen ones are totally fine)
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1 pound of asparagus, trimmed and chopped into 1-inch sticks
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1 cup radishes, halved and cut into thin slices
→ Lemon Ricotta Dressing
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1 teaspoon of finely grated lemon peel
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1 clove garlic, minced or grated
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Black pepper to your liking
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1/2 teaspoon of salt (adjust it as you like)
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3 tablespoons of freshly squeezed lemon juice
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1/4 cup of olive oil
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1/4 cup creamy ricotta cheese
# Instructions:
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Grab a small bowl or jar and combine the olive oil, ricotta, lemon juice, minced garlic, lemon peel, and salt. Stir or shake until it becomes creamy and smooth. Keep this ready to use later.
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Rinse asparagus well, cut off those woody ends, and chop into bite-sized 1-inch pieces. Gently clean the radishes, thinly slice them, then cut those slices in half for easy handling.
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Fill a large pot with water and season with a good amount of salt. Once the water's bubbling, add your pasta and cook till it’s just tender but not mushy—check the package for timing. Drain it, rinse with cold water to cool, and let it dry a bit.
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Set up a bowl with icy water. In a small pot, bring water to a boil and toss in the asparagus, letting it cook for 2 minutes. Add the peas and let them cook for an extra minute. Drain everything promptly and throw them into the ice water to stop cooking. Once cooled, drain again.
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Use a large mixing bowl for this step. Gently toss together the pasta, peas, asparagus, dill, radishes, and parsley. Drizzle the dressing over everything and lightly toss to coat. You might want to sprinkle on a bit more salt, pepper, or olive oil if needed.
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This dish is ready to enjoy at room temperature or after chilling in the fridge. It can be kept in an airtight container for up to 5 days, making it great for planning ahead!
# Notes:
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This bright dish is perfect for meal prepping or taking to a gathering. Great meat-free option too!
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If you've got fresh peas, use those! Add them to the pot after the asparagus cooks for just a minute.
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The flavors actually get better after sitting overnight, so enjoy those leftovers even more.