How To Prepare Icebox Pasta Salad ?

Preparation:  

Preparation time: 10 mins

Cooking time: 10 mins

Serving: 10

Ingredients:

  Parmesan vinaigrette (makes about 1 cup)

• 1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
• 1/2 cup olive oil
• 2 teaspoon lemon zest
• 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice (from 1 lemon)
• 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
• 2 cloves garlic
• 2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon table salt
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

  Vegetables

• 2 cups halved baby heirloom tomatoes
• 2 small zucchini, thinly sliced into half moons
• 1 small red bell pepper, cut into thin strips
• 1 cup fresh corn kernels
• 1 cup diced firm, ripe fresh peaches (about 2 medium)
• 1/2 cup thinly sliced green onions

  Pasta salad

• 1 (8-ounce) package penne pasta
• 2 cups shredded chicken (recipe linked above)
• 1/3 cup torn fresh basil
• 1/3 cup torn fresh cilantro

1. Process parmesan cheese, olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, balsamic vinegar, garlic, pepper, and salt in a blender or food processor until smooth. Add basil and cilantro; pulse 5 or 6 times or just until blended.
2. Toss together all the ingredients in a large bowl with the parmesan vinaigrette and let stand for 10 minutes.
3. Prepare pasta according to package directions. Add hot cooked pasta and chicken to tomato mixture; toss gently to coat. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Transfer to a serving platter, and top with basil and cilantro.

Posted by Coba Grills and we thank Today for this delicious recipe and the recipe link https://www.today.com/recipes/icebox-pasta-salad-recipe-t152615