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Barilla Conchiglie Summer Pasta Salad

Barilla Conchiglie Summer Pasta Salad

Italian prosciutto meets mozzarella and pesto in this flavour-packed pasta salad

30 minutes total

This delightful Barilla Conchiglie Summer Pasta Salad recipe by Pina Bresciani of @pinabresciani combines rich flavours and textures in a simple meal. Perfectly al dente Barilla Conchiglie pasta is mixed with salty prosciutto, arugula, sweet tomatoes, fresh bocconcini mozzarella and toasted sunflower seeds—all meant to make you close your eyes and picture yourself enjoying it an Italian piazza!

Ingredients

Serves 4

1 box Barilla Conchiglie/Medium Shells pasta
1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1/4 cup pesto (homemade or store bought)
3/4 cup prosciutto, sliced thick and cut into small slices
1/2 cup kalamata olives, pitted
1/2 cup bocconcini mozzarella, quartered
1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, quartered
1 1/2 cups arugula
1/4 cup sunflower seeds, toasted
To taste salt

Disclaimer

Individuals with allergies or specific dietary concerns should verify that the ingredients they utilize for the recipes comply with their restrictions. *Such a line meets the VEGAN, GLUTEN FREE, LACTOSE-FREE AND KOSHER needs

Method

Step 1

Bring a large pot of water to boil. Once boiling, salt the water, and add Barilla Conchiglie pasta. Cook until al dente.

Step 2

Drain the Barilla Conchiglie pasta and drizzle with olive oil so it doesn’t stick together. Let the pasta cool completely, for at least 1 hour.

Step 3

Once Barilla Conchiglie pasta is cooled, place it in a large bowl. Add the pesto and stir.

Step 4

Add the prosciutto, olives, bocconcini, cherry tomatoes, arugula and toasted sunflower seeds.

Step 5

Stir once more until combined.

Step 6

Serve straight away or keep in the fridge for 1-2 days.

Barilla Medium Shells Pasta - Packshot - en-ca
Classic Blue Box

Classic Blue Box

Conchiglie | Medium Shells

With a shape that resembles a seashell, it is easy to see how the locals in the seaside communities of Naples and Genoa got their inspiration for the creation of Medium Shells, or Conchiglie. Its graceful, concave shape is covered in ridges. Plus, this pasta cut's ability to hold sauces and fillings makes it a versatile choice for pasta salads, casseroles, and soups, adding texture and flavour to every bite.

  • Shape Short en-ca
  • Cook time 8 mins
  • Pack size 410 g
  • Range Classic Blue Box
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