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Lemon Cucumber Pasta Salad with Fresh Herbs

With the juicy crunch of cucumbers and the tangy taste of lemon and herbs, this Lemon Cucumber Herb Pasta Salad is fresh and unique!

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings: 10
Course: Side Dish

Ingredients

DRESSING:
  • 4 Tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 Tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 6 Tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper
SALAD:
  • 1 pound “short” pasta like fusilli or elbows
  • 2 Tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 pound English cucumbers cut into bite sized pieces (I sliced, then quartered)
  • 8 ounces feta cheese cubes or vegan cheese
  • 1 cup packed fresh cilantro leaves
  • ½ cup julienned basil or mint

Instructions

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  1. Cook pasta according to package directions. When al dente, drain, then toss with 2 tablespoons of olive oil and set aside to cool.
  2. Whisk dressing ingredients together until well blended.
  3. When pasta is cool, mix with cucumbers pieces, feta cubes, herbs and dressing. Toss to combine. Serve immediately (but any leftovers are also good).