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Pasta Pesto And Feta Toss Recipe

This vibrant pasta salad is a delightful dish, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a refreshing summer lunch! Enjoy it hot straight from the pot or chilled for a delightful cold pasta salad. This recipe makes a generous portion, ideal for meal prepping – enjoy it hot the first night, then transform it into a delicious cold salad throughout the week. Bursting with fresh pesto, creamy feta, and perfectly cooked pasta, it's a flavor explosion you won't want to miss!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 477.4 kcal
Protein 41g
Rating 4.5 (4 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Pasta Pesto And Feta Toss

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How to Make Pasta Pesto And Feta Toss

  1. Cook 1 pound pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
  2. While pasta cooks, prepare pesto: In a large bowl, combine 1/2 cup pesto, 4 ounces crumbled feta cheese, 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil, and 2 tablespoons olive oil.
  3. Add the cooked pasta to the bowl with the pesto mixture. Toss gently to coat.
  4. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
  5. Serve immediately for a warm pasta dish or let cool completely before refrigerating for at least 2 hours for a cold pasta salad.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

38 g

Sugar

14g

Fat

31g

Carbs

26g

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