Protein+® Stars Pasta Salad with Blueberries & Parmigiano Cheese
Protein+® Stars Pasta Salad with Blueberries & Parmigiano Cheese
30 minutes total
- Cheese
- Dairy/Cream
- Easy
- Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- Gatherings
- Lemon
- No Meat
- Protein+®
- Short
- Spring Recipes
- Summer Recipes
- Tomatoes
- Under 30 Minutes
- Weekend
- Weeknight
Ideal for 4th of July and other summer hosting (cold application, easy to make ahead, ideal for large groups, kid-friendly).
Pasta Salad Recipes
Ingredients
Serves 7
| 1 | Box Barilla® Protein+® Stars Pasta |
| 4 | Tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil (EVOO), Divided |
| ½ | Yellow Onion, Julienned |
| 2 | Pints Cherry Tomatoes, Halved |
| 1 | Lemon, Juiced, Zests Reserved |
| 5-6 | Basil Leaves, Julienned (+Extra for Garnish) |
| 1 | Cup Parmigiano-Reggiano Cheese, Small Dice |
| 1 | Pint Blueberries |
| To Taste | Salt & 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
Preheat oven to 400° F (200°C). Toss blueberries with 1 tablespoon EVOO a pinch of salt, and pepper. Spread them on a baking sheet and roast for about 10-12 minutes, until they are softened and slightly caramelized. Set aside to cool.
Step 2
Bring a large pot of water to boil. Cook pasta 1 minute less than package directions. Drain well, drizzle with a bit of EVOO, and spread flat on a sheet pan to cool.
Step 3
While the pasta cooks, heat 1 tablespoon EVOO in a skillet over high heat. Sauté julienned onions briefly until just softened. Remove from heat and let cool.
Step 4
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta, sautéed onion, cherry tomatoes, diced Parmigiano, roasted blueberries, basil, and reserved lemon zest.
Step 5
Drizzle with the remaining EVOO and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Toss gently to combine. Garnish with extra basil before serving. Serve cold or at room temperature.
Protein+® Stars Pasta
The Pasta Taste You Love, With the Energy You Want
Made with delicious golden wheat and protein from lentils, chickpeas, and peas, Barilla Protein+® Stars pasta provides a good source of protein for the whole family with 17g of protein per 3.5oz serving.
- Shape Star
- Cook time 8-10 mins
- Pack size 14.5oz.
- Range Protein+® Pasta