Description

This Creamy Hemp Pasta Salad is a vibrant, nutrient-dense dish packed with fresh herbs, crunchy vegetables, and a rich, omega-3-filled hemp dressing. Perfect for a nourishing meal, it supports digestion, brain health, and overall vitality while delivering bold, satisfying flavors

Ingredients

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For the Pasta Salad:

8 oz pasta of choice (gluten-free or whole grain)

1/2 cup olives, pitted and sliced

1 small watermelon radish, thinly sliced

1 cup broccolini, lightly steamed and chopped or 1 cup broccoli sprouts

2 cups arugula

1 diced cucumber

1 cup fresh herbs

For the Creamy Hemp Herb Dressing:

1/4 cup high-quality olive oil

1/3 cup hemp seeds

1 cup fresh parsley and cilantro chopped

1/2 tsp ground cumin seeds, toasted

1/2 tsp coriander powder

1/2 tsp fennel seeds

1/2 tsp turmeric

1 tbsp fresh lemon juice or preserved lemon or more. Can also use lime

1 tsp salt (or to taste)

Black pepper to taste

2 tbsp water (to adjust consistency) and for blender to work

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Instructions

1. Cook the Pasta Al Dante

2. Add olive oil, hemp seeds, parsley, cilantro, lemon juice, salt, black pepper, and 2 tbsp water. Blend until smooth and creamy. Adjust consistency by adding more water if needed.

Assemble the Salad:

In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, olives, watermelon radish, broccolini, cucumber and arugula. Drizzle the creamy hemp dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat everything evenly. Garnish with extra olives or a drizzle of olive oil if desired. Serve at room temperature or slightly chilled.