Lemon Basil Parmesan Pasta Salad
- 1 to 2 cloves garlic (grated (2 cloves if small))
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon dijon mustard
- 3 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 pound bowtie pasta (or other small pasta of choice)
- fine salt (for seasoning pasta water)
- 1/3 cup pine nuts
- 2 handfuls baby arugula ((I eyeball this))
- 1/3 cup parmesan cheese (freshly grated, plus more for serving)
- 1/4 cup thinly sliced fresh basil leaves (plus more for serving (optional))
- kosher salt (to taste)
- freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
- MAKE THE VINAIGRETTE:
- MAKE THE PASTA SALAD: