Shiitake Ginger Pasta Salad with Radicchio
Elevate your pasta salad game with this vibrant Shiitake Ginger Pasta Salad with Radicchio, a perfect balance of bold flavors and textures! Featuring tender fusilli or bowties as the base, this dish comes alive with earthy, golden sautéed shiitake mushrooms and the pleasantly bitter crunch of thinly sliced radicchio. The aromatic ginger-soy dressing, laced with a touch of honey and fresh lemon juice, provides a tangy-savory glaze that ties everything together beautifully. Toasted sesame seeds and fresh cilantro deliver the perfect finishing touch, adding depth and a hint of freshness. Ready in just 35 minutes, this unique pasta salad is versatile—serve it chilled or at room temperature as a light main course or a standout side dish. Packed with umami and vibrant, wholesome ingredients, it’s a must-try for any foodie!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 grams dried pasta (fusilli or bowties)
- 200 grams fresh shiitake mushrooms, sliced
- 100 grams radicchio, thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, finely grated
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 2 tablespoons cilantro, roughly chopped
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds, toasted
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
Instructions
Cook the dried pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package instructions, until al dente. Drain, rinse under cold water, and set aside.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced shiitake mushrooms and a pinch of salt, and sauté for 6-8 minutes until golden and tender. Remove from heat and set aside.
In a small bowl, prepare the dressing by whisking together the grated ginger, minced garlic, soy sauce, honey, lemon juice, and the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, sautéed shiitake mushrooms, sliced radicchio, and the prepared dressing. Toss until everything is evenly coated.
Season the pasta salad with salt and black pepper to taste. Gently fold in the chopped cilantro and toasted sesame seeds.
Transfer the pasta salad to a serving platter or bowl. Garnish with additional sesame seeds or cilantro if desired.
Serve at room temperature or chilled. Enjoy as a light meal or a flavorful side dish!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1692 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 52.3 g | 67% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.2 g | 41% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2394 mg | 104% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 258.2 g | 94% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.5 g | 66% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.9 g | ||
| Protein | 50.1 g | 100% | |
| Vitamin D | 7.7 mcg | 38% | |
| Calcium | 208 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 7.9 mg | 44% | |
| Potassium | 1801 mg | 38% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
