Name: Pesto Pasta Salad
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 5
Ingredients: 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

Pesto Pasta Salad

30 minutes

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Ingredients

5 servings

1Box Barilla^® Chickpea Orzo pasta

2Ounces Barilla^® Creamy Genovese Pesto (1/3rd of jar)

4tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil

1Clove Garlic, Minced

2Zucchini, ½ inch cubed

2Pints Cherry Tomatoes, Halved

1/3Cup Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, shredded (optional)

To tasteSalt 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

Pack size

10oz

Range

Chickpea and Red Lentil Pasta

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