Penne with Lemon and Herb Salad

• FAST
• VEGETARIAN

Ingredients

1. 1 pound penne rigate or fusilli
2. 2 cups coarsely chopped arugula
3. 3/4 cup flat-leaf parsley leaves
4. 3/4 cup torn basil leaves
5. 1/2 cup mint leaves
6. 4 scallions, thinly sliced
7. 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
8. 3 garlic cloves, minced
9. 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
10. 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
11. 2 teaspoons finely grated lemon zest
12. Salt and freshly ground pepper

1. Cook the penne in a large pot of boiling salted water until al dente. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, toss the arugula with the parsley, basil, mint and scallions. Heat the olive oil in a small skillet. Add the garlic and cook over low heat until fragrant, about 1 minute.
2. Reserve 1/4 cup of the pasta cooking water. Drain the penne and add it to the bowl. Add the reserved pasta cooking water to the skillet and bring to a simmer. Remove the skillet from the heat, add the butter and let melt. Stir in the lemon juice and zest, then pour the sauce over the penne. Season with salt and pepper and toss well. Serve the pasta at once.