Summer Herb Pasta Salad

Step 1

In a large pot of salted, boiling water, cook the rotini to al dente, according to the package directions. Drain the water.

Step 2

In a large bowl, add the olive oil, the lemon zest, the lemon juice, the salt, and the black pepper and whisk to combine.

Step 3

Add the cooked rotini to the dressing mixture and toss to coat.

Step 4

Place the rotini mixture in the refrigerator to cool, about 1 hour.

Step 5

Add the spinach, the basil, the parsley, the dill, the chives, the tarragon, and 1/2 of the parmesan cheese to the rotini mixture and toss to combine.

Step 6

Serve the pasta salad garnished with the remaining parmesan cheese.