Refreshing Lemon and Dill Fusilli

This refreshing lemon and dill fusilli salad is the perfect summertime meal. It's light, flavorful, and easy to make. The combination of lemon, dill, and Parmesan cheese is simply irresistible.

I first came up with this recipe a few years ago when I was looking for a light and refreshing meal to serve on a hot summer day. I had some leftover fusilli pasta in the fridge, and I wanted to use it up. I also had some fresh dill and parsley in the garden, so I decided to add those to the salad. I rounded out the salad with some red onion, olive oil, lemon juice, and Parmesan cheese. The result was a delicious and refreshing salad that was perfect for a hot summer day.

Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 10 | Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound fusilli pasta
• 1/2 cup chopped fresh dill
• 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint
• 1/4 cup chopped red onion
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1/4 cup lemon juice
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Cook the pasta according to package directions.
2. Drain the pasta and rinse with cold water.
3. In a large bowl, combine the pasta, dill, parsley, mint, red onion, olive oil, lemon juice, and Parmesan cheese.
4. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
5. Toss to coat.
6. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Why It Works

• The combination of lemon, dill, and Parmesan cheese is simply irresistible.
• The red onion adds a bit of crunch and sharpness to the salad.
• The olive oil and lemon juice help to brighten the flavors of the salad.
• The Parmesan cheese adds a touch of richness and umami to the salad.