An easy and delicious salad that’s packed with summer flavors. This Lemon Basil Pasta Salad is a perfect go-to salad when you want to beat the heat and do minimal cooking.
1-2(15 oz) cans of white beans, drained and rinsed
3cupsfinely chopped cauliflower
4cupschopped kale, massaged
2cupsdiced cherry tomatoes
2cups shredded cabbage
2bell peppers, chopped
Fresh chopped basilif desired
Dressing
⅓ cupwater(see note)
⅓ cuptahini
½cupfresh basil, chopped
½cuplemon juice
1tablespoonwhite miso paste
½teaspoongarlic powder
1teaspoondried dill
½teaspoonblack pepper
Instructions
Prepare the pasta according to the directions on the package. Set aside in a large mixing or serving bowl.
Drain and rinse the beans. Add to the bowl with the pasta.
Wash and prep the vegetables. If desired, chop and shred the veggies into small, bite size pieces. Massage the kale lightly to help soften it’s texture. Add all the veggies to the bowl with the pasta and beans.
In a high-speed blender, combine all the dressing ingredients. Blend until smooth. Add any additional ingredients, to taste. Pour the dressing over the pasta and veggies. Stir until well combined. Add more black pepper to taste and any additional seasonings (such as lemon zest or crushed red pepper).
Allow the salad to chill or serve right away. Enjoy!