Green Goddess Pasta Salad Recipe: The Ultimate Summer Dish
Green Goddess Pasta Salad is the ultimate summer dish! Bursting with fresh flavors and vibrant colors, this healthy pasta salad is quick to prepare and perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re serving it as a side dish, a main course, or even a light snack, this recipe is sure to impress. Packed with asparagus, peas, chickpeas, pine nuts, and a creamy pesto dressing, it’s a nutritious and delicious way to enjoy your greens.
- Prep Time: 10minutes
- Cook Time: 10minutes
- Total Time: 20minutes
Ingredients
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- 1 lb DeLallo Gemelli Pasta, cooked according to package instructions
- 1 jar (6.35 oz) DeLallo Simply Pesto Basil Pesto
- ½ cup real mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1½ cups frozen peas, cooked according to package instructions
- 2 cups steamed asparagus, chopped
- 1½ cups chickpeas, drained
- ¾ cup pine nuts
- 1 tablespoon fresh chopped chives
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- While the pasta is cooking, mix the pesto and mayonnaise in a bowl until smooth.
- In a large bowl, combine the hot pasta, pesto mixture, salt, peas, asparagus, chickpeas, and pine nuts. Toss until everything is well coated.
- Sprinkle with fresh chives and serve immediately.
Notes
- Pasta Choice: Use DeLallo Gemelli Pasta for its perfect texture, but feel free to substitute with fusilli, penne, or farfalle if needed.
- Fresh Ingredients: For the best flavor, use fresh asparagus and high-quality pesto.
- Make Ahead: This salad can be prepared in advance and stored in the fridge for up to 2 days. Add the pine nuts just before serving to keep them crunchy.
- Customize: Add grilled chicken, shrimp, or avocado for extra protein and creaminess.
Nutrition
- Calories: 556 kcal per serving
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 597mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 59g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 7mg