CHRISTMAS PASTA SALAD
The orzo in this salad is reminiscent of pine needles and when dressed in pesto brings a lovely green hue. Perlini mozzarella balls become ornaments, as do cherry tomatoes and ribbons of basil and pepperoni. I do not add salt as I find the pepperoni and pesto to be ample enough. Additional toppings to consider are slivers of red onion, black olives, and diced green bell pepper. I don't like balsamic vinegar, thus the lemon juice.
Provided by thedailygourmet
Categories Salad 100+ Pasta Salad Recipes Tomato Pasta Salad Recipes
Time 8h35m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook orzo in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until tender yet firm to the bite, about 11 minutes. Drain and transfer to a large bowl.
- Add pesto and lemon juice to the orzo; toss to coat. Mix in tomatoes, mozzarella cheese balls, and pepperoni strips. Refrigerate for 8 hours to overnight.
- Mix in basil right before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 330.8 calories, Carbohydrate 43.8 g, Cholesterol 19.9 mg, Fat 11 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 14.7 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 288.8 mg, Sugar 2.5 g
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Dahaur Thakur
[email protected]This pasta salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.
Ayaz Tariq
[email protected]I love the combination of flavors in this pasta salad. The sweetness of the cranberries and the tartness of the feta cheese are a perfect match.
ZIHAD JR
[email protected]This pasta salad is a great make-ahead dish. I made it the night before and it was even better the next day.
Batbayr Batnachin
[email protected]I made this pasta salad for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe.
denny iverson
[email protected]This pasta salad is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I always have a lot of leftover vegetables after the holidays and this is a great way to use them up.
Nanziri Maria
[email protected]I love this pasta salad! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends.
Sadman Sajjad
[email protected]This pasta salad is so versatile. I've added different ingredients to it each time I've made it and it's always delicious.
Naynyonyo Nyonyonyo
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out great! The pasta was cooked perfectly and the dressing was delicious.
Uzair Ali 8686
[email protected]I made this pasta salad for a picnic and it was perfect! It was easy to transport and it held up well in the heat.
Sunaina Khan
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a light and refreshing pasta salad. I love the combination of flavors and textures.
Noel Washington
[email protected]I've made this pasta salad several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious.
Alastor
[email protected]This pasta salad is a great dish to bring to a party or potluck. I made it for a Christmas party last year and it was a hit! Everyone loved the combination of flavors and textures.