Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add pasta and cook until just al dente — about 1 to 2 minutes less than package directions.
- Drain, reserve 1/4 cup pasta water, and transfer pasta to a large mixing bowl.
- While pasta cooks, whisk together lemon juice, lemon zest, olive oil, vinegar, Dijon, honey, a pinch of salt, and several grinds of black pepper.
- Taste and adjust the dressing to be bright and tangy with a gentle sweetness.
Mixing
- Toss the warm pasta with half of the dressing and a splash of the reserved pasta water.
- Add cherry tomatoes, sliced red onion, and toasted nuts to the pasta. Toss gently to combine.
- Fold in the arugula and most of the Parmesan, tossing until the greens wilt slightly.
- Taste and finish with extra lemon zest, flaky sea salt, and the remaining Parmesan.
Serving
- Serve immediately, or chill briefly for a refreshing, cool salad.
Notes
If making more than 2 hours ahead, toss the pasta with dressing and keep arugula separate to preserve its peppery snap.
