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Corn Pasta Salad, Bell Pepper & Creamy Pesto Dressing

Delicious Corn Pasta Salad with Bell Pepper & Creamy Pesto Dressing

Enjoy a colorful and flavorful Corn Pasta Salad with Bell Pepper & Creamy Pesto Dressing, perfect for gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 395

Ingredients
  

Pasta and Vegetables
  • 10 ounces fusilli pasta
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil for sautéing
  • 1 small red onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 medium red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 medium orange bell pepper, chopped
  • 2 medium ears corn, kernels removed
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh basil
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • ¼ cup pine nuts
Dressing
  • ¼ cup olive oil for dressing
  • 2 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup
  • Salt to taste
  • Red pepper flakes to taste

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Skillet
  • large bowl
  • Small bowl

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add in the pasta and cook until al dente according to the package directions. Drain, rinse well with cold water and add to a large bowl.
  2. Meanwhile, add the olive oil to a large skillet set over medium heat. When hot, add in the onion and cook for about 2 minutes, until it starts to soften. Add in the garlic and cook for 30 seconds, until fragrant. Add in both peppers and the corn. Continue to cook for about 3 to 5 minutes, until the peppers are crisp tender. Remove from the heat and add to the bowl with the pasta, along with the basil, parsley and pine nuts. Toss to combine.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together all the ingredients for the dressing. Pour into the bowl with the pasta and toss to combine. Season with additional salt and red pepper flakes as needed. Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for several hours to allow the flavors to meld.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 395kcalCarbohydrates: 49gProtein: 9gFat: 19gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 13mgFiber: 4gSugar: 9g

Notes

This Corn Pasta Salad can be customized with proteins or different herbs as per your taste. It's ideal for meal prep and can be stored for up to three days in the fridge.

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