MARSHALL FIELD'S LEMON PASTA SALAD

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From Chicago Tribune Good Eating section. This summery salad is packed with basil. And yes, it is 1/4 cup dried basil! Wow now that is a lot!

Provided by Marz7215

Categories     < 4 Hours

Time 2h20m

Yield 1 pasta bowl, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lb rotini pasta
2 lemons, zest of, grated
1/2 cup olive oil
1/3 cup fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground pepper
3 tomatoes, cored and chopped
1 bunch fresh basil leaf, chopped
1 cup shredded parmesan cheese
1/4 cup dried basil (optional)

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions.
  • Meanwhile, combine the lemon zest, olive oil, lemon juice, salt and pepper in a bowl. Set aside.
  • Drain pasta and transfer to a large bowl. Pour lemon oil mixture over warm pasta. Toss cover and refrigerate for at least one hour.
  • Stir in the tomatoes, fresh basil, cheese and dried basil. Cover and refrigerate for an additional hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 396.2, Fat 18, SaturatedFat 4.2, Cholesterol 11, Sodium 487.4, Carbohydrate 45.9, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 2.6, Protein 12.7

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