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Easy Keto Spring Vegetable Pasta Salad

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A quick and vibrant low-carb pasta salad featuring fresh spring vegetables and smoky paprika, perfect for light meals and potlucks.

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz (225 g) shirataki noodles or keto-friendly pasta
  • 1 cup asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 cup snap peas, trimmed
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved (optional)
  • ½ cup red bell pepper, diced
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley or basil, chopped
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • ¼ cup mayonnaise (full-fat)
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Rinse 8 oz shirataki noodles under cold running water for 1-2 minutes to remove packaging aroma. Boil in salted water for 2-3 minutes or follow package instructions. Drain and pat dry with paper towels.
  2. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add asparagus and snap peas. Blanch for 2 minutes until bright green and just tender. Transfer to ice water to stop cooking. Drain and set aside.
  3. Halve cherry tomatoes and dice red bell pepper. Chop fresh parsley or basil.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, mayonnaise, lemon juice, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Adjust seasoning as needed.
  5. In a large mixing bowl, combine drained pasta, blanched asparagus and snap peas, cherry tomatoes, red bell pepper, and fresh herbs.
  6. Pour dressing over salad and toss gently but thoroughly to coat evenly. Add more olive oil or lemon juice if needed.
  7. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to let flavors meld.

Notes

Dry shirataki noodles thoroughly after rinsing to avoid watery salad. Do not overcook vegetables to maintain crunch and color. Fresh lemon juice is essential for balancing flavors. Chill salad before serving to enhance flavor melding. Use smoked paprika for authentic smoky depth.

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