Lemony Pasta and Vegetable Salad

Ingredients

• Pasta - 1 1/2 cup
• Beans - 1/2 cup
• Green peas - 1/4 cup
• Capsicum - 1 whole
• Olive oil - 4 tsp
• Lemon juice - 2 tbsp
• Mustard powder - 1 tsp
• Pepper powder - 1 tsp
• Salt, to taste

Instructions

1. 1Bring a large pot of water to a rolling boil, add the pasta, and cook for 15 minutes; drain and rinse the pasta under cold water to stop the cooking and cool it for the salad.
2. 2While the pasta cooks, prepare the vegetables: trim and cut the capsicum into bite-sized pieces, then bring another pot of water to a boil and add the beans, green peas, and capsicum; cook for 5 minutes and then drain and rinse under cold water. If you like, add broccoli and lettuce to the pot and cook them with the other vegetables.
3. 3Whisk together 4 tsp olive oil, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tsp mustard powder, 1 tsp pepper powder, and salt to taste in a small bowl until the dressing is smooth and combined.
4. 4Place the cooled pasta and vegetables in a large bowl, pour the dressing over them, and toss well until everything is evenly coated; taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.
5. 5Serve the salad chilled or at room temperature. Optional: garnish with fresh herbs or extra lemon wedges for a bright finish.