Green Goddess Pasta Salad Is the Only Thing We’re Bringing to Potlucks

A new take on the viral green goddess salad that's perfect for summer.

Overhead view of green goddess pasta salad
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
30 mins
Servings:
8

There are a few surefire ways to get our attention. One, show us a big bowl of pasta. Two, show us a bountiful salad. Three, show us new ways to combine those two things. This beautiful, green-hued pasta salad that's perfect for summer does all that.

How to Make Green Goddess Pasta Salad

Making this green goddess pasta salad is a breeze. The cheesy, zesty spinach and basil dressing comes together easily in a food processor—you can even make it ahead of time. From there, just cook your pasta according to package instructions, steam your veggies, and toss everything together.

Cooking Tips

Any leftover green goddess dressing will be perfect for the traditional salad or for dipping crunchy summer vegetables from the garden.

How to Store Green Goddess Pasta Salad

Store dressed pasta salad in the refrigerator for up to five days.

Editorial contributions by Andrea Lobas and Bailey Fink

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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 8 servings

Pasta Salad

  • 16 ounces pasta

  • 1 cup frozen peas

  • 12 spears green asparagus, chopped into bite-sized pieces

  • 2 to 3 green onions, chopped

  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta, or to taste

  • fresh herbs to garnish, chopped or torn (basil, parsley, mint, chives)

Green Goddess Dressing

  • 1 cup baby spinach

  • 1 cup fresh basil

  • 1 small handful of chives

  • 1 small shallot, roughly chopped

  • 1/2 teaspoon granulated garlic

  • 1/4 cup raw cashews

  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

  • 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast

  • 2 lemons, juiced, or to taste

  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar

  • 1/2 cup olive oil, or as needed

  • salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Directions

  1. Bring a pot of heavily salted water to a boil over medium-high heat. Add the pasta to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions, or until the pasta is al dente. Drain the pasta. Transfer the pasta to a large bowl to allow to cool.

  2. Meanwhile, combine spinach, basil, chives, shallot, garlic, cashews, Parmesan cheese, nutritional yeast, vinegar, and lemon juice in the container of a blender. Pulse to start blending. Add olive oil in a stream to emulsify to desired consistency. Season with salt and pepper. Set aside.

  3. Steam peas and asparagus until they slightly soften and become bright green, 2 to 3 minutes. (You can opt to blanch your vegetables here as well, or simply microwave with a little water for the same amount of time.) Remove from heat, rinse with cold water, drain, and transfer on top of the pasta along with the green onions.

  4. Add the dressing over the pasta and vegetables and toss gently to combine. You may or may not use all of it depending on how coated you like the pasta. Add feta and herbs, and taste for seasoning.

  5. Enjoy immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

324 Calories
19g Fat
30g Carbs
9g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 324
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 19g 24%
Saturated Fat 4g 21%
Cholesterol 11mg 4%
Sodium 222mg 10%
Total Carbohydrate 30g 11%
Dietary Fiber 4g 13%
Total Sugars 7g
Protein 9g 19%
Vitamin C 15mg 16%
Calcium 108mg 8%
Iron 2mg 12%
Potassium 264mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.