Walnut Pesto Pasta Salad With Roasted Vegetables

Name: Walnut Pesto Pasta Salad With Roasted Vegetables
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 medium zucchini; 1 yellow summer squash; 2 red bell peppers; ½ red onion; 2 cups cherry tomatoes; 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; ½ teaspoon salt; pepper to taste; 2 cups whole grain spiral pasta; 1 cup fresh mozzarella (1/4-inch dice); ¼ cup parmesan cheese (grated); ¼ cup walnuts ( whole or pieces); 2 cloves garlic; ½ teaspoon fine sea salt; 2 cups fresh basil leaves; ½ cup extra virgin olive oil; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (fresh only!)

Instructions

Prep:10minCook:20min

Roasted summer vegetables and a bright, lemony walnut pesto make this pasta salad a healthy, delicious lunch, accompaniment to dinner, or take-along dish for your next potluck.

Updated at: Wed, 05 Nov 2025 22:22:50 GMT