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Green Summer Pasta Salad

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This Green Summer Pasta Salad recipe is a fresh and delicious dish featuring penne pasta tossed with coriander pesto, fresh peas, sliced red onion, cubed avocado, and rocket. Seasoned with lemon zest and juice, this easy-to-make salad is perfect for a light summer lunch or dinner.

This recipe offers a refreshing and flavorful twist on classic pasta salad. Al dente pasta is tossed with a light and vibrant coriander pesto, then topped with fresh peas, red onion, creamy avocado, and peppery wild rocket. A squeeze of lemon juice and a sprinkle of lemon zest add a touch of brightness, while a pinch of chilli flakes (optional) provides a kick of heat.

Prep time
20 minutes
Cooking time
15 minutes
Serves
2

Additional Notes

Tips for a Delightful Lemon Pasta:

  • Al Dente Perfection: Cook your pasta according to package instructions, aiming for al dente (slightly firm to the bite) for the best texture. Don’t overcook the pasta!
  • Reserve the Pasta Water: Reserve a cup of pasta water before draining. This starchy water can be used to thin out the pesto or adjust the overall consistency of your pasta salad.
  • Pesto Power: Food Lover’s Market house brand pesto will blow you away with flavour!
  • Cool It Down: Allow the cooked pasta to cool slightly before tossing it with the pesto. This prevents the pesto from wilting the fresh ingredients.
  • Garnish Magic: Get creative with your garnishes! Chopped fresh herbs, toasted pine nuts, or crumbled feta cheese would all be delicious additions to this pasta salad.
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