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Category: Main Course
Mint-Herb Pesto Pasta Salad - TastyPlanner.com
Chef: 19thcenturynerd
Can be served with grilled lamb chops for great summer meal (if you are NOT a vegetarian).
Recipe Source: Better Homes and Gardens, A...
Ingredients
Pasta Salad:
5 oz. dried fettuccine
1 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
1 tsp. finely shredded lemon peel
1 recipe Mint-Herb Pesto (see below)
3 cups arugula
1 cup fresh mint leaves
pine nuts, toasted
Pesto:
1/2 cup lightly packed arugula
1/2 cup lightly packed mint
1/2 cup lightly packed basil
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 Tbsp. pine nuts, toasted
1 Tbsp. lemon juice
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 oz. shredded pecorino cheese (1/4 cup)
1/2 tsp. crushed red pepper
Instructions
Cook pasta according to package directions; drain. Rinse; drain. Transfer to bowl; toss with oil and lemon peel. Prepare Mint-Herb Pesto:
In blender or food processor combine arugula, mint, basil, olive oil, pine nuts, lemon juice, and garlic. Cover; blend or process until smooth, scraping down sides as needed. Add the cheese and red pepper. Cover; blend or process until just combined. Season with salt and pepper.
Add pesto to pasta; toss. Chill pasta for 2 hours or up to 24 hours.
Toss pasta with arugula and mint. Sprinkle with pine nuts.
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