Grilled Vegetable Pasta Recipe
Pasta tossed with grilled seasonal vegetables and pesto sauce.
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Vegetables
Pesto Sauce
Method
Preparing the Pasta
- 1
Cook the Pasta
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Grilling the Vegetables
- 2
Prepare the Grill
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- 3
Grill the Vegetables
Slice the zucchini, bell peppers, and red onion into bite-sized pieces. Toss the vegetables in a bowl with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Place the vegetables on the grill and cook for about 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally, until tender and slightly charred. Add cherry tomatoes in the last 2 minutes of grilling.
Making the Pesto Sauce
- 4
Blend the Pesto
In a food processor, combine the basil leaves, pine nuts, grated Parmesan cheese, garlic cloves, salt, and black pepper. Pulse until finely chopped. With the processor running, gradually add olive oil until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
Combining Ingredients
- 5
Toss Everything Together
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, grilled vegetables, and pesto sauce. Toss gently until the pasta and vegetables are evenly coated with the sauce.
