July 15th, 2009 by Richard Julien

Chilled rotini with lemon basil and fresh summer peas

1 lb of whole wheat rotini – cooked, drained and cooled

Veggies and mix

2 cloves of garlic – minced
3 stalks of green onions – sliced
2 carrots – julienne
2 red peppers – diced
1 cup of fresh shucked peas
½ cup fresh chopped basil
¼ cup fresh chopped flat leaf parsley
½ cup fresh grated parmesan

Dressing

2 lemons – juiced and zested
¼ cup of honey
1 tbsp Dijon mustard
¼ cup of extra virgin olive oil
sea salt and pepper to taste

Method

  1. Mix together the pasta, vegetables, herbs and cheese.
  2. In a mixing bowl whisk together the Dijon, lemon juice and zest.
  3. Add the honey and slowly drizzle in the oil while you whisk – season
  4. Add the dressing to the pasta mix – chill for 30 minutes and enjoy!

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