Pasta primavera salad with fresh basil vinaigrette is a delightful and refreshing dish that combines the flavors of spring vegetables, tangy vinaigrette, and tender pasta. This colorful salad is perfect for a light lunch or dinner, and it's also a great way to use up leftover vegetables. The combination of fresh basil, olive oil, and lemon juice creates a vibrant dressing that complements the flavors of the vegetables and pasta perfectly. The addition of Parmesan cheese adds a touch of richness and complexity, while the fresh basil leaves add a burst of flavor and color.
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PASTA SALAD WITH BASIL VINAIGRETTE
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- Cook the pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package directions. Drain and rinse with cold water. Set aside.
- Spread the pine nuts in an even layer on a small baking sheet. Transfer to the oven, and toast until golden and fragrant, about 10 minutes. Set aside to cool slightly.
- In a large bowl, combine the drained pasta, toasted pine nuts, sun-dried tomatoes olives, Cheddar, chickpeas, cucumbers, and basil vinaigrette. Toss well. Serve cold.
- Add the vinegar, honey, mustard, shallots, basil and some salt and pepper to a blender. Blend until well combined. With the motor running, drizzle in the olive oil; blend until fully combined.
PRIMAVERA PASTA SALAD
Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network
Categories side-dish
Time 4h25m
Yield 12 servings
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to the package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water until no longer hot; set aside.
- To make the dressing, combine the mayonnaise, milk, sour cream, parsley, chives, mint, lemon zest and juice, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon pepper and 2 tablespoons Parmesan in a small bowl. Set aside. Before tossing, splash in more milk if needed for thinning.
- In a large bowl, combine the pasta, broccoli, tomatoes, peas, asparagus, carrots and leeks. Pour over the dressing and toss to coat. Top with the remaining tablespoon of Parmesan and some black pepper. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours and up to overnight.
PRIMAVERA PASTA SALAD
Need a dish to pass for a potluck? Here's a pasta salad tossed with a creamy dressing that's ready in less than 30 minutes.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Side Dish
Time 25m
Yield 14
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Cook and drain pasta as directed on package, adding pea pods for last minute of cooking. Rinse with cold water; drain.
- In very large (4-quart) bowl, mix bell peppers, carrots, basil and cheese. In small bowl, mix dressing and milk with wire whisk. Add dressing mixture, pasta and pea pods to bell pepper mixture; toss to coat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 180, Carbohydrate 19 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 1 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 310 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 0 g
PASTA PRIMAVERA SALAD
This is a very fresh, colorful, and vitamin and nutrient rich salad. One large pot of boiling water does all the cooking for the vegetables in this salad. The addition of the vegetables has been timed so that they're all done at the same time. Using a strainer to remove the vegetables from the water stops the cooking fast and leaves you with a hot, lightly seasoned broth to boil the pasta in. From Vegetarian Times.
Provided by Enjolinfam
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 40m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Bring large pot of salted water to a boil. Prepare a large ice water bath. Add carrots to the boiled water, and simmer 2 minutes.
- Add squash, and cook 2 minutes more.
- Add broccoli and bell pepper, and cook 2 minutes more.
- Add sugar snap peas, and cook 2 minutes more.
- Scoop vegetables from simmering water with strainer. Transfer to ice water bath. Drain when cool, and pat dry.
- Bring pot of water to a rolling boil. Add pasta and cook according to package directions for al dente. Drain, and rinse under cold water to cool.
- Meanwhile, whisk together olive oil and lemon juice in large serving bowl. Stir in shallots and garlic. Add pasta, blanche vegetables, tomatoes, and cheese, and toss to coat with dressing.
- Season with salt and pepper, and serve.
SMOKY PASTA PRIMAVERA SALAD
We love smoky pasta primavera at our house, be sure to use the smoky Gouda!
Provided by Anonymous
Categories Salad 100+ Pasta Salad Recipes Rotini Pasta Salad Recipes
Time 35m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil; add rotini, salt, and olive oil. Cook rotini at a boil until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes. Drain pasta, rinse with cold water, and transfer to a large bowl.
- Add red bell pepper, green bell pepper, Gouda cheese, and parsley to rotini.
- Pour balsamic vinegar in a small bowl. Add soybean oil in a small stream, whisking constantly until mixture emulsifies. Mix in dill and garlic salt. Slowly drizzle just enough of the vinaigrette over the pasta mixture until the pasta glistens. You may not need all of the vinaigrette, so store any leftovers for another use.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 448.6 calories, Carbohydrate 32.2 g, Cholesterol 22.8 mg, Fat 31.2 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 10.3 g, SaturatedFat 7.5 g, Sodium 711.7 mg, Sugar 4.1 g
ITALIAN BASIL PASTA SALAD
Ready for a big bite of summertime? Pass around this garden-fresh pasta salad. I'd suggest serving it at your next dinner party, potluck or luncheon. -Charlotte Gehle, Brownstown, Michigan
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch Side Dishes
Time 30m
Yield 18 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water. In a large bowl, combine the pasta, tomatoes, cheese, yellow pepper, onion, pepper rings, olives, salami and basil. , In a small bowl, whisk the dressing ingredients. Pour over salad and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 224 calories, Fat 13g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 11mg cholesterol, Sodium 221mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 6g protein.
PASTA PRIMAVERA SALAD WITH FRESH BASIL VINAIGRETTE
A make ahead salad that is a nice luncheon or light dinner dish. This dish is easy to half and it is also an excellent way to use up leftover pasta.
Provided by TPubmgjbd
Categories < 60 Mins
Time 50m
Yield 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Salad: Cook pasta in lightly salted water for about 15 minutes.
- Drain.
- Rinse pasta with cold water and drain again.
- Chill.
- Blanch broccoli and summer squash by immersing in boiling, salted water for 2 to 3 minutes.
- Rinse in cold water and drain.
- Combine all salad ingredients.
- Just before serving, drizzle with Vinaigrette Dressing and toss.
- Arrange on a serving platter lined with leaf lettuce.
- Vinaigrette: Add garlic and basil to blender container.
- Process on Chop.
- Add salt, pepper and mustard; process a few seconds.
- Add lemon juice and vinegar and blend.
- Add olive oil and process until smooth.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 665.4, Fat 55, SaturatedFat 7.6, Sodium 184.3, Carbohydrate 38.8, Fiber 5.2, Sugar 3.8, Protein 7.8
PASTA PRIMAVERA SALAD
My family loves ham all year long. I had to find a cool, summertime salad recipe to use up the leftovers, and I think this pasta primavera salad is it. Enjoy!
Provided by Nifty Deb
Categories Salad 100+ Pasta Salad Recipes Rotini Pasta Salad Recipes
Time 1h
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil; cook rotini at a boil until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes.
- While pasta cooks, place a steamer insert into a saucepan and fill with water to just below the bottom of the steamer. Bring water to a boil. Add asparagus, cover, and steam until tender-crisp, 2 to 6 minutes. Drain pasta and asparagus and chill until ready to use, at least 10 minutes.
- Meanwhile, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, ranch dressing mix, dip mix, and Italian dressing mix in a bowl.
- Assemble chilled rotini, asparagus, ham, romaine, cucumber, and avocado in a large bowl. Top with mayonnaise dressing mixture and toss. Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 629.4 calories, Carbohydrate 67 g, Cholesterol 36.4 mg, Fat 31.2 g, Fiber 6.7 g, Protein 21.1 g, SaturatedFat 7.4 g, Sodium 971.3 mg, Sugar 4.6 g
Tips:
- Use fresh, seasonal vegetables. This will ensure that your salad is packed with flavor and nutrients.
- Don't overcook the vegetables. You want them to be crisp and tender, not mushy.
- Make the vinaigrette dressing ahead of time. This will allow the flavors to meld and develop.
- Use a light hand with the salt and pepper. You can always add more to taste, but it's hard to take it out.
- Garnish the salad with fresh herbs, such as basil, parsley, or chives. This will add a pop of color and flavor.
Conclusion:
Pasta primavera salad with fresh basil vinaigrette is a delicious and refreshing dish that is perfect for spring and summer. It is also a healthy and nutritious meal that is packed with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. So next time you are looking for a light and flavorful salad, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!
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