Inspired by Tiktok, ideal for picnics and cookouts until the end of time.

While I try not to give into trends, this recipe was hard to resist.

However, there was one thing I didnt love: all that chopping!

Bowl of Green Goddess Pasta Salad

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So, I took the key flavors and textures of this viral recipe and made it easier.

Heres my take: the TikTok-famous green goddess salad meets your friendly neighborhood pasta salad.

Its All in the Dressing

The dressing is what makes this pasta salad special.

Spoonful of Green Goddess Pasta Salad with More in the Background

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Its not your traditionalgreen goddess dressing, which typically has mayo and sour cream.

Plan ahead and make the dressing up to 2 days before you plan to serve it.

Keep it refrigerated and stir it really well before using.

Pot of Boiling Water on Stove Next to a Cutting Board with Asparagus and Bowl of Peas for Green Goddess Pasta Salad

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you could stir in a little olive oil to thin it out a little if needed.

Take My Lead and Customize It!

While the water is boiling, zest the lemons and set it aside.

Cutting Board with Halved Lemons, Lemon Zest, and Measuring Cup of Lemon Juice for Green Goddess Pasta Salad

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You will add it to the pasta salad later.

Juice the lemonsyoull need about 3 tablespoons of lemon juice.

When the water comes to a boil, add the pasta.

Green Goddess Pasta Sauce in Blender

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Cook for the remaining 2 minutes, then drain everything into a colander set in the sink.

Leave the colander in the sink to drain thoroughly.

Pour in the dressing and toss until everything is evenly coated.

Boil Pasta and Vegetables in Pot over Stove for Green Goddess Pasta Salad

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Season to taste with more salt and black pepper.

Enjoy the pasta salad chilledpop it in the fridge for up to a dayor right away at room temperature.

Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Rinse Colander with Pasta and Vegetables for Green Goddess Salad

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Bowl of Green Goddess Pasta Salad

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Bowl of Green Goddess Pasta Salad with a Bigger Bowl in the Background

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