Pesto Pasta Salad
Pesto Pasta Salad
30 minutes total
- Chickpea and Red Lentil
- Dairy/Cream
- Easy
- Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- Garlic
- No Meat
- Pesto Sauce
- Soup
- Tomatoes
- Under 30 Minutes
- Weekend
- Weeknight
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Pasta Salad Recipes
Ingredients
Serves 5
| 1 | Box Barilla® Chickpea Orzo pasta |
| 2 | Ounces Barilla® Creamy Genovese Pesto (1/3rd of jar) |
| 4 | Tablespoons extra virgin olive oil |
| 1 | Clove garlic, minced |
| 2 | Zucchini, ½ inch cubed |
| 2 | Pints cherry tomatoes, halved |
| 1/3 | Cup Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, shredded (optional) |
| To taste | Salt and black pepper |
Disclaimer
Individuals with allergies or specific dietary concerns should verify that the ingredients they utilize for the recipes comply with their restrictions.
Method
Step 1
Cook pasta according to package directions.
Step 2
In a skillet add olive oil with garlic, add zucchini and cook over high heat for 3 minutes until slightly browned.
Step 3
Add tomatoes, season with salt and pepper and cook for two more minutes.
Step 4
Drain pasta and toss with zucchini mixture.
Step 5
Remove from heat, stir in pesto, and top with cheese.
Chickpea Orzo Pasta
Surprisingly One Ingredient. All Chickpea, No Xanthan Gum.
Rice shaped pasta made from chickpeas and chickpeas only, for a good source of plant protein without additives like xanthan gum. Reimagine salads, soups, bowls and more without hesitation. Looking for cooking ideas? Check out creative ways to get inspired.
- Shape Orzo
- Cook time 9–11 mins
- Pack size 10 oz.
- Range Chickpea and Red Lentil Pasta