Cilantro Pesto Pasta Salad

Tue, Mar 11, 2008

Salads, Salads

Ingredients:
500gms rigatoni or shell or any other small pasta,
1/2 cup olive oil,
1 cup fresh cilantro leaves, washed,
2 cloves garlic, crushed,
1/4 tsp dried oregano leaves,
1/4 cup pine nuts(optional),
1/2 cup sliced black olives,
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste.

Method:
Cook the pasta according to the instructions given on the package. Drain well and keep aside in a salad bowl.
In blender, blend oil, cilantro, garlic and oregano until smooth. Toss pasta with the dressing; toss in pine nuts and olives; season with salt and pepper. Cover the bowl with the cling film and refrigerate. Toss again before serving. Serve with garlic bread.

TIPS:
1. Use Extra Virgin Olive oil for rich flavor and nutrition.
2. You can add some Parmesan cheese to the salad if you are not watching out for calories.

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