Pasta salad with green onions and cheese
Description
The recipe won't take much time. Summer is a great time for pasta salads with vegetables and herbs. Serve at the table.
Instructions
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Step 1
1. Cook the pasta in a large pot of well-salted water according to the package instructions. Drain the water and set the pasta aside, reserving 1/2 cup of the cooking liquid.
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Step 2
2. Thinly slice the green onions. Mince the garlic. Heat olive oil in a large skillet. Add most of the green onions, all of the garlic, and a pinch of salt. Cook until the onions become soft and the garlic begins to change color, about 4 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool for a few minutes.
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Step 3
3. Using a hand blender or food processor, blend the prepared onion mixture with 3/4 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, lemon zest, half of the lemon juice, and the pasta cooking liquid until smooth. Mix in the grated Parmesan cheese. Dice the apple. Combine the pasta with the onion sauce in a large bowl and mix well. Add arugula and most of the diced apple, then toss again. Season with additional salt, pepper, and lemon juice to taste, if needed. Sprinkle with the remaining apple pieces and green onions, and serve immediately.