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Sun-Dried Tomato Pasta Salad

Savor Summer with Sun-Dried Tomato Pasta Salad Delight

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Celebrate summer with this quick and vibrant Sun-Dried Tomato Pasta Salad, perfect as a side or a hearty meal.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Vinaigrette
  • 1 cup Sun-Dried Tomatoes drained oil-packed
  • 1 3 Fresh Lemon Juice to taste
  • 2 cloves Garlic peeled
  • 1 tbsp Dijon Mustard
  • 1/2 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Oregano or dried oregano
  • 1 tsp Kosher Salt
  • 1 tsp Black Pepper
For the Pasta Salad
  • 8 oz Short Pasta (Casarecce) or substitutes like penne, fusilli, or orecchiette
  • 1 cup Frozen Artichoke Hearts thawed
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil for sautéing
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Shallots or red onion
  • 2 tbsp Capers drained
  • 1/2 tsp Crushed Red Pepper Flakes optional
  • 1/4 cup Toasted Pine Nuts or walnuts
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Flat Leaf Parsley
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Basil
  • 1/2 cup Shaved Pecorino Romano or Parmesan

Equipment

  • Food Processor
  • large pot
  • Skillet
  • Baking Sheets
  • Large mixing bowl

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. In a food processor, combine the sun-dried tomatoes, fresh lemon juice, peeled garlic, Dijon mustard, kosher salt, and black pepper. Blend, then drizzle in the olive oil while blending until emulsified. Add fresh oregano and pulse lightly.
  2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the short pasta until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and spread on baking sheets to cool.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet. Add thawed artichoke hearts seasoned with salt and pepper, and sauté for 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat and mix in shallots, capers, and red pepper flakes.
  4. In a large bowl, combine the cooled pasta with the vinaigrette. Gently fold in the sautéed mixture, pine nuts, parsley, and basil. Toss together until well combined.
  5. Transfer to a serving dish and let sit for a few minutes to allow flavors to settle. Serve immediately or chill for later.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 10gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 420mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Cook pasta just past al dente to ensure the perfect texture. Rinse pasta under cold water to prevent clumping. Adjust vinaigrette consistency if preparing in advance. Store and serve this salad chilled for best flavor.

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