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5-Star Cold Pesto Pasta Salad – Irresistible Summer Perfection


  • Author: Christina R. Jones
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A refreshing pasta salad with pesto, perfect for summer meals or picnics.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 8 oz pasta (penne or fusilli)
  • 1/2 cup basil pesto
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cup black olives, sliced
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and rinse with cold water.
  2. In a large bowl, mix pasta with pesto until evenly coated.
  3. Add cherry tomatoes, olives, red onion, and feta cheese.
  4. Drizzle with lemon juice and season with salt and pepper.
  5. Toss gently and refrigerate for 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, add grilled chicken or shrimp.
  • Use gluten-free pasta if needed.
  • Adjust pesto quantity based on preference.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 480mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 32g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 9g
  • Cholesterol: 10mg

Keywords: cold pesto pasta salad, easy pasta salad, summer salad recipe