microgreen pasta salad

Microgreen pasta salad

 

Microgreens are versions of vegetables in their sprout form and contain high levels of vitamins and minerals.

Makes 3 servings

Ingredients

  • 16 ounces Cavatappi pasta
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 8 ounces smoked Gouda, chopped
  • 1/2 ounce Parmesan cheese, grated
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/2 ounce radish microgreens
  • 1/2 ounce broccoli microgreens
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

Bring water in a heavy-bottomed pot to a boil. Once water is boiling, cook the pasta until desired doneness, then strain. In a small sauce pot bring the heavy cream to a simmer on medium-low heat. Slowly incorporate the smoked Gouda and Parmesan and season with salt and pepper, then cool. Once cooled, combine the cheese mixture and mayonnaise then add in the pasta and fully coat. Finally, add in the microgreens and serve cold.

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