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Broccoli Spinach Pesto Pasta Salad

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broccoli spinach pesto pasta salad

The first thing I have to say is OH.MY.WORD! I loved this combo. I wanted pesto, had no basil. Had no walnuts. Had no lemon juice. Had no parmesan. Basically I had nothing. But I did have spinach, broccoli, limes, and a few more things. And this was the happy creation. I can now die happy.

spinach pesto pasta salad

Those little happy accidents that sometimes happen in the kitchen are often accompanied by big failures, but I totally encourage you to try, as you may stumble on to something magical.

Broccoli Spinach Pesto Pasta Salad

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Servings: 4

Ingredients

Pesto

  • 2 cups spinach
  • 2 Tbs lime juice
  • 1 cup broccoli
  • 1/3 cup olive oil
  • 1/3 cup water
  • 1 Tbs minced garlic
  • 1 tsp garlic salt
  • 1/3 cup feta cheese

The rest

  • 4 cups of cooked pasta of choice I used radiatori
  • 2-4 sweet mini bell peppers
  • 1/2 cup cauliflower cut into bite sized pieces
  • 1/2 cup carrot pieces
  • 1/2 cup broccoli cut into bite sized pieces
  • Feta for garnish

Instructions

  • Cook pasta, drain, and rinse with cold water to cool.
  • Put pesto ingredients in blender and blend until smooth
  • Toss pasta and veggies with about half the pesto (coat to your desired consistency)
  • Serve cold

Our recipe card software calculates these nutrition facts based on averages for the above ingredients, different brands, and quality of produce/meats may have different nutritional information, always calculate your own based on the specific products you use in order to achieve accurate macros for this recipe.

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The pasta I chose took about 8 minutes to cook, and I was able to chop up all my veggies during that time, which meant I had this tasty meal ready to go in under 15 minutes. To cool the pasta, I just ran it under cold water for a minute while I finished blending the sauce.

pesto pasta salad

The pesto makes more than you need for one big bowl of pasta salad, so feel free to set half aside for a hot pasta dinner, or even a dip for fresh veggies. It really is that tasty! Or just cut the recipe in half. I know I should have just done it for you, but it is really so good. Even my baby loved it. Although in the spirit of full disclosure, my 5 year old wouldn’t even touch it. Too green I guess. Though he loves Green Smoothies.

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  1. says

    Hi Rachael! Love this pasta salad recipe! I pinned to try. I am totally with you---we often have "happy accidents" around my house because I lack ingredients, etc.:) I am Rachel too (of the Rachel Kathy G dropping back from onlinesisterhood----thanks for visiting). Love your website. Will definitely stay in touch. Have a wonderful weekend.
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  3. says

    Rachael, what a great creation you came up! Love everything about it... love how when you have a craving and something else comes out that is even better. This would be perfect to make for this summer for the gathering around the grill!
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  7. Berehane says

    I am searching and following your website since last night! I love cooking and get lot of lesson from u! thank you very much! my culture and eating habit is entirely different from u!
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  8. says

    This was delicious! I used nutritional yeast instead of feta because I'm vegan and it was still good! Definitely saving it for future reference. (I used less oil too)
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