Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
8 ounce

seashell pasta

uncooked

1 cup

frozen green peas

0.25 cup

organic canola mayonnaise

0.25 cup

fat-free buttermilk

1 tbsp

fresh chives

minced

1 tsp

fresh thyme

chopped

0.5 tsp

salt

0.5 tsp

freshly ground black pepper

2 unit

garlic cloves

minced

2 cup

baby arugula

loosely packed

1 tsp

olive oil

2 ounce

prosciutto

finely chopped

Step 1
~2 min

Cook seashell pasta according to package directions.

Step 2
~2 min

Add frozen green peas to the pasta during the last 2 minutes of cooking.

Step 3
~2 min

Drain the pasta and peas and rinse with cold water. Drain well.

Step 4
~2 min

In a large bowl, combine organic canola mayonnaise, fat-free buttermilk, minced fresh chives, chopped fresh thyme, salt, freshly ground black pepper, and minced garlic cloves.

Step 5
~2 min

Add the cooked pasta mixture and baby arugula to the bowl.

Step 6
~2 min

Toss all ingredients to coat evenly with the dressing.

Step 7
~2 min

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 8
~2 min

Add finely chopped prosciutto to the skillet and sauté for 2 minutes, until crisp.

Step 9
~2 min

Drain the sautéed prosciutto on paper towels.

Step 10
~2 min

Sprinkle the crispy prosciutto over the salad before serving.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Make the dressing ahead of time for better flavor development.

Chill the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Add other vegetables like chopped bell peppers or cucumber for extra crunch.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Dressing can be made 1 day ahead

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Mild
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as a side dish with grilled chicken or fish.

Enjoy as a light lunch on a warm day.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Grilled chicken
Salmon
Crusty bread

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Common summer salad

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Picnics
Barbecues

Occasion Tags

Summer
Picnic
Barbecue
Lunch

Popularity Score

70/100

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