Fresh Pesto Pasta Salad Recipe

Fresh Pesto Pasta Salad Recipe

  • 1 (16 ounce) package small shell pasta
  • 1/3 cup red wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon seasoned pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 clove garlic, pressed
  • 3/4 cup olive oil
  • 1 cup chopped fresh basil
  • 1 (3 ounce) package shredded Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 cup toasted pine nuts
  1. PREPARE pasta according to package directions; drain.
  2. WHISK together vinegar and next 5 ingredients. Gradually whisk in olive oil.
  3. ADD vinaigrette to pasta. Add basil, cheese, and pine nuts; toss to combine. Garnish, if desired.
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