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Tomato Basil Pesto Pasta Salade Recipe

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Dec 26 2025

30m

Serves 4

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Recipe information

Make Tomato Basil Pesto Pasta Salade in just 30m. with sun-dried tomato pesto, basil, green onions, tomatoes & Parmesan. Served as a cup or bowl.

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Ingredients

Pasta

Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto

Preparation

Cooking Pasta

1. Cook the Pasta

In a large pot of boiling salted water, add 2 cups of pasta. Cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes. Drain and set aside.

Making the Pesto

2. Prepare the Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto

In a food processor, combine 1 cup of sun-dried tomatoes, 1 cup of fresh basil, 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan, 2 garlic cloves, 1/4 cup of olive oil, and 1/4 cup of pine nuts. Blend until smooth. Season with salt to taste.

Assembling the Pasta Salad

3. Combine Ingredients

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, sun-dried tomato pesto, 1 cup of halved cherry tomatoes, and 1/2 cup of sliced green onions. Toss until everything is well coated.

4. Serve

Serve the pasta salad in cups or bowls. Top with additional grated Parmesan cheese and fresh basil for garnish.

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