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Hot Honey Pasta Salad

A vibrant dish combining the sweetness of honey with a hint of spice, perfect for summer meals.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 791
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • ¾ cup light olive oil
  • ⅓ cup honey
  • ¼ cup lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp dried oregano
  • 1 tbsp dried thyme
  • 1 tbsp red pepper flakes more or less depending on preference
  • 1½ tsp garlic powder
  • 1½ tsp onion powder
  • ¾ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp pepper
  • 1 pound medium size pasta bowtie or penne
  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes
  • 8 ounces mozzarella pearls fully drained
  • 4 ounces mini turkey pepperoni slices
  • 1½ cups baby arugula
  • ½ cup fresh basil

Method
 

  1. Begin by boiling your pasta in a large pot of salted water according to the package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and rinse under cool water.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the light olive oil, honey, lemon juice, dried oregano, dried thyme, red pepper flakes, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Whisk until smooth.
  3. Add the warm pasta into the bowl with the dressing and gently stir until coated.
  4. Toss in the halved cherry tomatoes, drained mozzarella pearls, mini turkey pepperoni slices, baby arugula, and fresh basil. Fold gently until evenly distributed.
  5. Chill in the refrigerator for at least two hours before serving for best flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 791kcalCarbohydrates: 78gProtein: 22gFat: 45gFiber: 4g

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