Pesto Pasta Salad

May 05, 2023May 5, 20230 15
A refreshing pasta salad with homemade pesto sauce.
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Prep

15 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

10 oz. fusilli pasta
1/2 cup basil leaves
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/4 cup pine nuts
1 garlic clove
1/2 cup olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 cup chopped red onion
1/2 cup chopped cucumber
1/2 cup chopped bell pepper
1/4 cup sliced black olives

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
367
Sugar
3g
Fat
26g
This pesto pasta salad is a refreshing and delicious way to enjoy a satisfying meal on a hot summer day. Homemade pesto sauce adds a flavorful twist to this simple yet tasty recipe that everyone will surely love. Whether you're having a picnic or a potluck, this pasta salad is a great dish to bring along and share with family and friends.

Instructions

1.Cook pasta according to package directions.
2.In a blender or food processor, combine basil, parmesan cheese, pine nuts, garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth and set aside.
3.In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked pasta with cherry tomatoes, red onion, cucumber, bell pepper, and black olives.
4.Add pesto sauce to pasta mixture and stir until well combined.
5.Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.

PROS

Healthy, quick, easy to prepare, flavorful, and perfect for a summer picnic or potluck.

CONS

Contains pine nuts, which may cause an allergic reaction in some people.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Basil is an excellent source of vitamin K, while olive oil provides healthy fats that can help lower the risk of heart disease.

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