Lemon Arugula Pasta Salad with Turkey Bacon: A Fresh Twist
A refreshing pasta salad that combines the zesty flavor of lemon with the peppery taste of arugula and the savory crunch of turkey bacon.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Low-Carb
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces pasta
- 4 slices turkey bacon
- 2 cups arugula
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, cook the turkey bacon until crispy. Remove and crumble.
- In a large bowl, combine the pasta, arugula, cherry tomatoes, and feta cheese.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and toss to combine.
- Top with crumbled turkey bacon before serving.
Notes
- This salad can be made ahead of time. Just add the arugula and dressing right before serving to keep the greens fresh.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Lemon Arugula Pasta Salad, Pasta Salad, Fresh Salad