pesto pasta salad
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prep time
25 Min
cook time
method
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yield
8-10 serving(s)
Ingredients
- 1 pound short pasta bowties
- 2-3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 pint cherry or grape tomatoes, halved
- 1 small red onion, diced
- 1/2 - each yellow and green bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 cup black olives, sliced
- 1 pound cooked sala shrimp, thawed
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, torn into small pieces
- 1 cup prepared refrigerated pesto sauce
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 cup cup grated parmesan cheese
How To Make pesto pasta salad
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Step 1Cook pasta until al dente. Drain and toss in a large bowl with olive oil. Add tomatoes, onion, peppers, olives, shrimp and basil. Set aside while you make the dressing. Whisk pesto sauce, mayonnaise, lemon juice and Parmesan together in a bowl. Add to the pasta salad mixture and mix until thoroughly combined. Serve at room temperature or chilled.
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Category:
Pasta Salads
Tag:
#Quick & Easy
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