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Ina Garten Pesto Pasta Salad

Ina Garten Pesto Pasta Salad: A Refreshing Summer Favorite

Enjoy Ina Garten Pesto Pasta Salad, a quick and flavorful dish perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta Base
  • 8 oz Fusilli or Bow-Tie Pasta Choose high-quality varieties.
For the Pesto Sauce
  • 1 cup Pesto Homemade or store-bought.
  • 2 cups Spinach Fresh or drained frozen.
  • 2 tbsp Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed.
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise
For the Crunch and Flavor
  • 1/4 cup Pine Nuts Fresh and raw preferred.
  • 1/4 cup Walnuts Fresh.
  • 1 cup Basil Fresh for aroma.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced.
For the Finishing Touches
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Freshly grated.
  • to taste Salt & Pepper Adjust to taste.
  • 1 cup Peas Thawed frozen.
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil For coating the pasta.

Equipment

  • Food Processor
  • Large pots
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Ina Garten Pesto Pasta Salad
  1. In large pots, bring salted water to a rolling boil and cook fusilli or bow-tie pasta for 10–12 minutes until al dente. Drain and toss with olive oil to cool.
  2. In a food processor, combine pesto, drained spinach, lemon juice, and mayonnaise. Pulse until smooth, about 30 seconds.
  3. Combine the cooled pasta with the pesto sauce, Parmesan cheese, thawed peas, and pine nuts. Gently fold together.
  4. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as desired.
  5. Serve immediately or chill for 30 minutes to enhance flavors. Enjoy cold or at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 10gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2-3 days. Can be frozen without toppings for up to 2 months. Reheat by adding olive oil or fresh pesto before serving.

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