Lemony Pasta Salad

Name: Lemony Pasta Salad
Cook time: 1 h 40 min
Total time: 1 h 40 min
Cuisine: European, Italian, Mediterranean
Ingredients: 2 small shallots, finely chopped; 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh thyme; 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard; 1 tablespoon honey; 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped; 2 teaspoons grated lemon zest, plus more for garnish; 0.25 cup lemon juice; 0.75 teaspoon salt; 0.25 teaspoon ground pepper; 0.25 cup grapeseed oil; 0.5 cup sun-dried tomatoes in oil, drained and chopped, reserving 1/4 cup oil from jar; 1 pound whole-wheat penne; 1 medium red bell pepper, finely chopped; 2 cups grape tomatoes, halved lengthwise; 2 cups packed arugula; Crushed red pepper (optional)