Lemony Vegetable Pasta Salad (Crowd Size)

Health score
13%
Lemony Vegetable Pasta Salad (Crowd Size)
155 min.
24
228kcal

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Looking for a refreshing and vibrant dish that will impress your guests at your next gathering? Look no further than this Lemony Vegetable Pasta Salad! Perfectly suited for large crowds, this delightful salad combines the zesty brightness of lemon with a medley of colorful vegetables, making it an ideal side dish, antipasti, or even a light snack.

Imagine the crunch of blanched asparagus and snap peas mingling with the tender pasta shells, all enveloped in a creamy, tangy dressing that features both mayonnaise and yogurt for a lighter touch. The addition of fresh tarragon and green onions elevates the flavor profile, adding a hint of herbaceousness that complements the dish beautifully. With each bite, you’ll experience a burst of freshness that is sure to tantalize your taste buds.

This pasta salad is not only delicious but also incredibly versatile. It can be served at picnics, potlucks, or family gatherings, and it’s a fantastic way to incorporate more vegetables into your meal. Plus, it can be prepared ahead of time, allowing the flavors to meld together while you focus on enjoying the company of your friends and family. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to whip up a crowd-pleasing dish that will leave everyone asking for seconds!

Ingredients

  • cups salad dressing 
  • cup yogurt plain fat free yoplait® (from 2-lb container)
  • 0.5 cup juice of lemon 
  • 0.3 cup tarragon dried fresh chopped
  • teaspoon salt 
  • 32 oz shells 
  • lb asparagus cut into 4-inch pieces
  • lb snow peas 
  • cup spring onion sliced
  • cups bell pepper yellow coarsely chopped

Equipment

  • bowl

Directions

  1. In large bowl, mix all Lemon Mayonnaise ingredients until well blended; set aside.
  2. Cook and drain pasta as directed on package. Rinse with cold water; drain.
  3. In large bowl, mix pasta and remaining Pasta Salad ingredients. Stir in Lemon Mayonnaise until well mixed. Cover and refrigerate 1 to 2 hours or until chilled.

Nutrition Facts

Calories228kcal
Protein14.33%
Fat19.36%
Carbs66.31%

Properties

Glycemic Index
7.33
Glycemic Load
11.89
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
16.020869566047%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.25mg
Hesperetin
0.74mg
Naringenin
0.07mg
Luteolin
0.13mg
Isorhamnetin
3.23mg
Kaempferol
0.85mg
Myricetin
0.03mg
Quercetin
8.52mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:227.54kcal
11.38%
Fat:4.95g
7.61%
Saturated Fat:0.75g
4.68%
Carbohydrates:38.14g
12.71%
Net Carbohydrates:34.48g
12.54%
Sugar:6.71g
7.46%
Cholesterol:0.2mg
0.07%
Sodium:305.43mg
13.28%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:8.24g
16.48%
Vitamin C:51.83mg
62.82%
Vitamin K:52.69µg
50.18%
Selenium:26.31µg
37.58%
Manganese:0.6mg
29.97%
Vitamin A:936.28IU
18.73%
Iron:2.85mg
15.81%
Folate:61.76µg
15.44%
Phosphorus:146.51mg
14.65%
Fiber:3.66g
14.63%
Copper:0.27mg
13.64%
Vitamin B1:0.19mg
12.6%
Magnesium:44.44mg
11.11%
Vitamin B6:0.22mg
11.11%
Potassium:376.03mg
10.74%
Vitamin B2:0.17mg
10.06%
Vitamin E:1.29mg
8.59%
Vitamin B3:1.65mg
8.23%
Zinc:1.11mg
7.43%
Calcium:71.44mg
7.14%
Vitamin B5:0.7mg
6.98%
Vitamin B12:0.06µg
1.04%