Pesto Rosso Penne Salad

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 14
Pesto Rosso Penne Salad with smoked ham and vegetables
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Prep

15 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

325 g penne rigate
3 baby eggplants
1 yellow bell pepper
1 red bell pepper
6 tablespoons sun-dried tomato pesto ( jarred or home made )
200 g bocconcini ( mini ones , or normal size cut in half )
75 g smoked ham , sliced
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
4 tablespoons olive oil

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
530
Sugar
10g
Fat
24g
This Pesto Rosso Penne Salad is a delicious and easy meal that can be served as an appetizer or main dish. The dish is made with penne pasta, sun-dried tomato pesto, vegetables, smoked ham, and bocconcini cheese. The vegetables add a fresh and healthy twist to the dish, while the ham and cheese provide a good source of protein. The salad is a great way to use up leftover ham from a holiday meal, or can be made with freshly cooked ham or prosciutto. The dish can be served cold or at room temperature, making it a perfect choice for summer picnics or outdoor parties.

Instructions

1.Cook the penne according to package directions in salted water. Drain the pasta, rinse with cold water and set aside.
2.Preheat oven to 200°C. Cut the eggplant and peppers in bite size pieces, transfer them to a baking tray lined with parchment paper. Add 2 tablespoons of olive oil and toss until all vegetables are coated. Bake for about 20 minutes or until they are tender.
3.In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked penne with the sun-dried tomato pesto, and 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Mix until well coated.
4.Add cooked vegetables, sliced smoked ham, bocconcini, and 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar. Mix everything together until well combined.
5.Season with salt and black pepper if necessary. Put the salad in a serving dish, sprinkle some chopped fresh parsley and enjoy!

PROS

This Pesto Rosso Penne Salad is a great dish for a quick and easy meal.
It’s a perfect balance between the flavors of sun-dried tomato pesto and fresh vegetables.

The dish is full of nutrients from the vegetables and is a great source of protein from the ham and cheese.

CONS

The smoked ham in the salad is high in sodium, which isn’t ideal for people with high blood pressure.

The bocconcini is also high in calories and fat, so it shouldn’t be eaten in large amounts.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The vegetables in this salad provide a range of nutrients including vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. Eggplants and bell peppers are low in calories but high in fiber, which is essential for digestive health.
The smoked ham is a good source of protein, which helps keep the body healthy.
The balsamic vinegar in the salad has been found to have potential health benefits, such as lowering cholesterol levels and reducing blood sugar spikes.

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