PISTACHIO PESTO PASTA SALAD

This Pistachio Pesto Pasta Salad is the perfect make-ahead dish for summer gatherings, and tastes SO fresh and delicious. Feel free to customize with your favorite greens or veggies.

YIELD: 6-8 SERVINGS

TOTAL TIME: 30 MINS

PREP TIME: 20 MINS

COOK TIME: 10 MINS

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Ingredients:
1 pound uncooked pasta (I used rotini)
2-3 cups cooked vegetables (I used sautéed asparagus, see below*)
2 large handfuls fresh baby arugula
1 ball fresh mozzarella cheese, diced
1 batch pistachio pesto (or traditional pesto)
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Realization steps
Cook pasta in a large stockpot of generously-salted water al dente, according to package instructions. Drain the pasta in a strainer, then rinse with cold water until it is completely chilled.
Combine pasta, vegetables, arugula, cheese and pistachio pesto in a large mixing bowl. Toss until evenly combined.
Serve immediately, or refrigerate in a sealed container for up to 3 days.