Penne Asparagus Salad With Parsley Pesto Recipe

Name: Penne Asparagus Salad With Parsley Pesto
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup packed Italian parsley; 2 cloves garlic; 2 Tbsp. toasted pine nuts; 1/3 cup olive oil; 1/4 cup Kraft 100% Parmesan Grated Cheese; 1 bunch asparagus; 1 red pepper; 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes; 2 boneless skinless chicken breast (raw); 3 cups penne pasta

Servings: persons

1
Just follow our 3 simple steps
2
Place 1 cup packed fresh Italian parsley, 2 Tbsp.
3
toasted pine nuts and 2 garlic cloves in food processor.
4
Process until finely chopped; gradually add 1/3 cup olive oil.
5
Stir in 1/4 cup Kraft Grated Parmesan.
6
Set aside.
7
Cook 3 cups Penne according to package directions, adding 1 bunch asparagus, cut in pieces, during last 2 minutes.
8
Drain and rinse with cold water.
9
Toss pesto and cooked pasta with 1 chopped red pepper and 1/2 cup oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes cut into thin strips.
10
If desired, add 2 grilled and sliced boneless skinless chicken breasts.

1046

kcal

Calories

Fat

142

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup packed Italian parsley, 2 cloves garlic, 2 Tbsp. toasted pine nuts, 1/3 cup olive oil, and more.

Yes, Penne Asparagus Salad With Parsley Pesto falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Penne Asparagus Salad With Parsley Pesto

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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