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Basil Lemon Pasta Salad

Basil Lemon Pasta Salad


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  • Author: Rachel Adams
  • Total Time: 17 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A light and refreshing Basil Lemon Pasta Salad made with fresh basil, citrus, and olive oil.


Ingredients

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  • 1 pound pasta
  • 1/4 cup white wine vinegar
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons lemon juice
  • Black pepper to taste
  • 1/3 cup pine nuts
  • 1/2 cup parmesan shavings
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil sliced thin

Instructions

  1. Cook pasta in salted water until al dente
  2. Drain and rinse pasta with cold water
  3. Shake vinegar, olive oil, and lemon juice together
  4. Toss pasta with dressing
  5. Add pine nuts, pepper, basil, and parmesan
  6. Mix gently until combined
  7. Refrigerate at least 2 hours before serving

Notes

  1. Use al dente pasta for best texture
  2. Chill before serving for better flavor
  3. Store refrigerated up to two days
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 220mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 32g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 8g
  • Cholesterol: 10mg