COLORFUL VEGGIE PASTA SALAD

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Provided by Katie Lee Biegel

Categories     side-dish

Time 40m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound fusilli
2 ears corn, husked
1 yellow squash, sliced lengthwise into 1/2-inch-thick planks
1 zucchini, sliced lengthwise into 1/2-inch-thick planks
1 orange bell pepper, cut into 1-inch strips
4 scallions
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for brushing
Salt and freshly cracked black pepper
3 tablespoons store-bought pesto
Juice and zest of 1 lemon
1 pint grape tomatoes, halved
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat an outdoor grill to medium-high heat. Cook the pasta according to the package directions. Drain and let cool.
  • Brush the corn, yellow squash, zucchini, bell pepper and scallions lightly with oil and season lightly with salt and pepper. Grill the corn, turning frequently, until cooked through and the kernels are charred, about 10 minutes. Grill the zucchini and squash slices, turning once, until charred but not mushy, about 2 minutes per side. Grill the pepper slices until they are charred on both sides, about 3 minutes per side. Grill the scallions whole, turning them frequently, until charred and soft, about 2 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, in a large bowl, whisk together the pesto, olive oil, lemon juice and zest. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Cut the yellow squash, zucchini and bell peppers into 1/2-inch pieces and add them to the bowl with the dressing. Cut the kernels off the corn and add them to the zucchini; chop the scallions and add them, too. Add the pasta and grape tomatoes and gently toss until everything is coated with the dressing. Add the parsley, toss and season to taste. Serve at room temperature.

Lawa Dameet
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a hit. I love that I can use whatever veggies I have on hand.


Nihan Ahanaf
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I'm not a huge fan of raw veggies, but this salad changed my mind. The dressing is so good that it makes the veggies taste amazing.


round gaming
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This salad is the perfect make-ahead dish. I can make it the night before and it's just as good the next day.


Devin Philips
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I made this salad for a picnic and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Ntombokhanyo Xhatalaza
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their veggies. My kids love the colorful pasta and the sweet dressing.


Ibrahim Tahir
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This salad is so refreshing and flavorful. It's the perfect side dish for a summer cookout.


Isla Hayward
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I love the combination of flavors in this salad. The tangy dressing, the sweet pasta, and the crunchy veggies are all perfect together.


ATTIE Mcbride Pullenbach (Attie)
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This is the perfect salad for a light lunch or dinner. It's packed with veggies and the dressing is delicious.


Kamar Bhai
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a hit. I love that I can use whatever veggies I have on hand.


adil ijaz
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I'm not a huge fan of raw veggies, but this salad changed my mind. The dressing is so good that it makes the veggies taste amazing.


Jennifer Bire
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This salad is the perfect make-ahead dish. I can make it the night before and it's just as good the next day.


abdoo masmas
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I made this salad for a picnic and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Meer Ashad
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their veggies. My kids love the colorful pasta and the sweet dressing.


Najeeb official
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I love that this recipe is so versatile. I can add or remove veggies depending on what I have on hand.


Khan 2
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This salad is so refreshing and delicious. It's the perfect side dish for a summer cookout.


Emily isimplydonotexist
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I've made this salad several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. Everyone loves the fresh, crunchy veggies and the flavorful dressing.


David Melissa
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The dressing is the perfect balance of tangy and sweet.


Joseph Gitau
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I love how easy this recipe is to make. I can always find the ingredients I need at my local grocery store, and it comes together in no time.


Athar Bhatti
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This colorful veggie pasta salad was a hit at my last potluck! The vibrant colors and variety of veggies made it a feast for the eyes, and the tangy dressing added a delicious touch.