Spicy Crispy Pasta Salad with Chili Crisp Yogurt Dressing
Crunchy, seasoned baked farfalle tossed with fresh veggies and a creamy, spicy yogurt dressing made with chili crisp, vegan mayo, and lemon juice. The crispy pasta adds an addictive texture that takes pasta salad to a whole new level.
Equipment
- Large baking tray
- parchment paper
- Large pot for pasta
- Large mixing bowl
- Small bowl for dressing
Ingredients
For the Crispy Pasta:
- 300 g farfalle pasta
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
For the Salad:
- 1 red onion
- 4 spring onions sliced
- 1 cucumber diced
- 200 g cherry tomatoes halved
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh dill chopped
For the Spicy Yogurt Dressing:
- 120 ml vegan yogurt unsweetened
- 3 tbsp vegan mayo
- 2 tbsp chili crisp
- 1 garlic clove minced
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Cook and season the pasta. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Cook the farfalle in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain well and toss with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Bake the pasta. Spread the seasoned pasta in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking tray. Bake for 30 minutes, tossing halfway through, until deeply golden and extra crispy.
- Prep the salad. While the pasta bakes, add the diced red onion, sliced spring onions, diced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, parsley, and dill to a large bowl.
- Make the dressing. In a small bowl, mix together the vegan yogurt, vegan mayo, chili crisp, minced garlic, lemon juice, red pepper flakes, and a pinch of salt. Stir until smooth.
- Dress the salad. Pour the dressing over the chopped vegetables and toss to coat everything evenly.
- Combine and serve. When the pasta comes out of the oven, let it cool slightly, then add it to the dressed salad. Toss everything together, top with extra spring onions and crushed crispy pasta pieces, and serve immediately.
Nutrition
Calories: 430kcalCarbohydrates: 67gProtein: 10gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 13gCholesterol: 6mgSodium: 720mgPotassium: 380mgFiber: 4gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 958IUVitamin C: 22mgCalcium: 103mgIron: 2mg