PASTA VERDE

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A medley of greens -- zucchini, snap peas, baby spinach, scallions -- combines with a simple mustard vinaigrette to create this appealing pasta salad.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Pasta and Grains

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound gemelli, or other short pasta
2 tablespoons grainy mustard
2 tablespoons white-wine or sherry vinegar
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
1 sweet onion, halved lengthwise, then cut crosswise 1/4 inch thick
2 small zucchinis, halved lengthwise, then cut crosswise 1/4 inch thick
8 ounces snap peas, tough strings removed
3 ounces baby spinach, (or 1 bunch regular spinach, stems trimmed and leaves coarsely chopped)
1 small bunch scallions, thinly sliced (about 1/2 cup)
1/4 cup packed fresh basil leaves, cut into very thin strips

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl whisk together mustard and vinegar. While whisking, slowly drizzle in 1/4 cup oil until emulsified. Season with salt and pepper. Set aside. Cook pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water until al dente according to package instructions, about 8 minutes. Drain; return to pot. Set aside.
  • Meanwhile, heat remaining 2 tablespoons oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion; cook until just softened, about 4 minutes. Add zucchini; cook, stirring, until tender, about 4 minutes. Add snap peas and spinach; cook, stirring, until bright green, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in scallions and basil. Add to pasta along with vinaigrette; toss. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Sikhululekile Skhu
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The pesto sauce in this pasta verde was too oily for my liking.


chalo sms channel
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This pasta verde is a bit bland for my taste. I would recommend adding some more spices or herbs.


Akash Talukder
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I'm not a huge fan of pesto, but this pasta verde was surprisingly good. The flavors were well-balanced and the pasta was cooked perfectly.


Grace Boom
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This pasta verde is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Hamzah
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I love the combination of flavors in this pasta verde. It's so creamy and flavorful.


Abdwlla Shakr
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This pasta verde is so delicious and easy to make. I will definitely be making it again.


Ray Becklund
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I made this pasta verde for a potluck and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it!


Kazi Editz
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This pasta verde recipe is a great way to use up leftover pesto. It's also a very versatile dish - you can add any vegetables or protein that you like.


Ganiat Aro
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I love this pasta verde recipe. It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious. I especially love the addition of the spinach, which gives the dish a nice pop of color.


Skyla Collier
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This pasta verde recipe is a keeper. It's simple to make and the results are amazing. The pesto sauce is creamy and flavorful, and the pasta is cooked perfectly.


Sudip Pariyar
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I made this pasta verde for dinner last night and it was a huge success. My family loved it! The pesto sauce was especially flavorful.


Alhassan Barikisu
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This is my go-to recipe for pasta verde. It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious. I love the combination of flavors in the pesto sauce.


Renan Bruce
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I've made this pasta verde recipe several times and it's always a hit. The pesto sauce is so flavorful and the pasta is always cooked perfectly. I love that it's a one-pot meal, so it's easy to clean up.


Zain Imran
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Pasta verde is a delicious and easy dish to make. The pesto sauce is flavorful and the pasta is cooked perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a quick and tasty meal.