Pesto Pasta Salad With Pine Nuts Recipe

Name: Pesto Pasta Salad With Pine Nuts
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb pasta, corkscrew (or orzo); 1 tablespoon butter; 3 tablespoons sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil, packed; 1 cup prepared pesto sauce; 1/2 - 1 cup grated parmesan cheese; 1/8 teaspoon red chili pepper flakes; 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper; 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/4 - 1/2 cup pine nuts, toasted; salt, if needed

Servings: persons

1
Cook the corkscrew pasta (or you can use orzo pasta) in salted boiling water until tender.
2
Drain and stir in the butter.
3
Let cool for about 15 minutes.
4
Transfer the pasta to a large serving bowl.
5
Chop up the sundried tomatoes and stir into the pasta.
6
Place the pasta in the fridge for at least 30 minutes, to cool some more.
7
Add the prepared pesto, Parmesan cheese, red chili flakes, ground black pepper and garlic powder.
8
Mix well.
9
Add the pine nuts, adjust seasonings if needed, and check for salt.
10
Put back into the fridge and thoroughly chill the salad before serving.
11
The time for cooling the salad is not included in the active or passive work time.

544

kcal

Calories

Fat

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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
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 lb pasta, corkscrew (or orzo), 1 tablespoon butter, 3 tablespoons sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil, packed, 1 cup prepared pesto sauce, and more.

Yes, Pesto Pasta Salad With Pine Nuts 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.

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Pesto Pasta Salad With Pine Nuts

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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