Roasted Asparagus and Tomato Penne Salad with Goat Cheese

Vegetarian
Health score
25%
Roasted Asparagus and Tomato Penne Salad with Goat Cheese
35 min.
4
431kcal

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If you're looking for a delightful and refreshing dish that perfectly showcases the vibrant flavors of spring, look no further than this Roasted Asparagus and Tomato Penne Salad with Goat Cheese. This vegetarian recipe not only celebrates the seasonal bounty of fresh vegetables but also combines them with the creamy richness of goat cheese for a tantalizing experience that pleases both the palate and the eyes.

In just 35 minutes, you can prepare a colorful salad that serves four, making it an ideal choice for lunches, side dishes, or even as a light main course. The crispy-tender asparagus and juicy cherry tomatoes are roasted to perfection, bringing out their natural sweetness while maintaining a slight bite. With a hint of Dijon mustard, a splash of fresh lemon juice, and a touch of honey, the dressing ties all the elements together in a harmonious blend.

This dish is not just about flavor; it also boasts a well-rounded nutritional profile with a good balance of protein, healthy fats, and carbohydrates. Tossed together with baby arugula and kalamata olives, the penne pasta creates a hearty yet refreshing salad that can easily adapt to any occasion. Whether served at a summer barbecue, as a weekday lunch, or as a delightful main course, this Roasted Asparagus and Tomato Penne Salad is sure to impress. Your taste buds will thank you!

Ingredients

  • 12  asparagus 
  • cups baby arugula 
  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper black divided
  • 12  cherry tomatoes 
  • tablespoon dijon mustard 
  • ounces goat cheese crumbled
  • teaspoon herbs de provence dried
  • 1.5 teaspoons honey 
  • 0.5 cup kalamata olives pitted halved
  • 0.4 teaspoon kosher salt divided
  • tablespoons juice of lemon fresh
  • cups mostaccioli pasta (tube-shaped uncooked
  • tablespoons olive oil extra virgin extra-virgin divided
  • tablespoon shallots minced

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 40
  2. Cook pasta according to package directions, omitting salt and fat; drain and set aside.
  3. Place asparagus and tomatoes on a jelly-roll pan.
  4. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon olive oil; sprinkle with 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Toss gently to coat; arrange asparagus and tomato mixture in a single layer.
  5. Bake at 400 for 6 minutes or until asparagus is crisp-tender.
  6. Remove asparagus from pan.
  7. Place pan back in oven, and bake tomatoes an additional 4 minutes.
  8. Remove tomatoes from pan; let asparagus and tomatoes stand 10 minutes.
  9. Cut asparagus into 1-inch lengths; halve tomatoes.
  10. Combine shallots and the next 4 ingredients (through honey) in a small bowl, stirring with a whisk. Gradually add remaining 3 tablespoons oil, stirring constantly with a whisk. Stir in remaining 1/8 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
  11. Place pasta, asparagus, tomato, olives, and arugula in a large bowl; toss.
  12. Drizzle juice mixture over pasta mixture; toss.
  13. Sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts

Calories431kcal
Protein11.17%
Fat42.68%
Carbs46.15%

Properties

Glycemic Index
63.07
Glycemic Load
18.5
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
16.932608689951%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.37mg
Hesperetin
1.09mg
Naringenin
0.1mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.12mg
Isorhamnetin
3.17mg
Kaempferol
4.16mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
7.89mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:430.65kcal
21.53%
Fat:20.77g
31.96%
Saturated Fat:4.55g
28.47%
Carbohydrates:50.54g
16.85%
Net Carbohydrates:46.23g
16.81%
Sugar:6.7g
7.44%
Cholesterol:6.52mg
2.17%
Sodium:588.27mg
25.58%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:12.24g
24.47%
Selenium:38.85µg
55.49%
Vitamin K:46.04µg
43.85%
Manganese:0.77mg
38.48%
Vitamin E:3.66mg
24.43%
Vitamin C:19.07mg
23.12%
Copper:0.44mg
21.8%
Vitamin A:1076.39IU
21.53%
Phosphorus:194.87mg
19.49%
Iron:3.12mg
17.35%
Fiber:4.31g
17.23%
Folate:57.01µg
14.25%
Magnesium:53.76mg
13.44%
Potassium:409.86mg
11.71%
Vitamin B6:0.23mg
11.46%
Vitamin B1:0.17mg
11.16%
Vitamin B2:0.18mg
10.76%
Vitamin B3:1.88mg
9.4%
Zinc:1.37mg
9.14%
Calcium:83.56mg
8.36%
Vitamin B5:0.62mg
6.17%
Source:My Recipes