Grilled Vegetable-Pesto Pasta Salad

Health score
10%
Grilled Vegetable-Pesto Pasta Salad
42 min.
20
122kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your summer gatherings with a vibrant and delicious dish? Look no further than this Grilled Vegetable-Pesto Pasta Salad! Perfectly suited for any occasion, whether it’s a casual picnic, a festive barbecue, or a sophisticated dinner party, this salad is sure to impress your guests.

Imagine the delightful combination of fresh, grilled vegetables like zucchini, yellow squash, and red bell pepper, all tossed together with al dente whole-grain pasta. The addition of cannellini beans not only enhances the texture but also packs a protein punch, making this dish both satisfying and nutritious. The star of the show, however, is the rich and aromatic pesto that brings everything together, creating a symphony of flavors that dance on your palate.

With a preparation time of just 42 minutes and enough to serve 20 people, this recipe is as convenient as it is delicious. The vibrant colors and enticing aromas will draw everyone in, while the refreshing lemon juice and a sprinkle of pecorino Romano add the perfect finishing touches. Whether served as a side dish, antipasti, or a light snack, this Grilled Vegetable-Pesto Pasta Salad is a must-try for anyone looking to impress with minimal effort.

So fire up the grill, gather your friends and family, and get ready to enjoy a dish that celebrates the best of seasonal produce and bold flavors!

Ingredients

  • 15.5 oz .5 can cannellini beans drained and rinsed canned
  • tablespoon penzey's southwest seasoning italian
  • tablespoon juice of lemon fresh
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  • 0.5 cup pecorino cheese grated
  • 0.8 cup container pesto refrigerated
  •  bell pepper red 1-inch-thick seeded cut into slices
  •  onion red cut into 3/4-inch-thick slices
  • 20 servings salt and pepper 
  • cups whole-grain farfalle 
  •  baby squash yellow cut into 1/2-inch-wide pieces
  •  zucchini cut lengthwise into 1/2-inch-wide pieces

Equipment

  • bowl
  • pot
  • grill

Directions

  1. Preheat grill to medium heat (300F to 350F). In a large bowl, toss zucchini, squash, bell pepper, onion and Italian seasoning with 1 Tbsp. olive oil. Lightly brush grill rack with oil. Grill vegetables, covered, until lightly charred in spots but still crisp-tender, 4 to 6 minutes on each side.
  2. Remove vegetables, let cool and chop. Cover and set aside.
  3. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta until al dente, about 10 minutes or as package label directs.
  4. Drain.
  5. Toss pasta, vegetables, beans, pesto, cheese, 1/2 tsp. salt and 1/2 tsp. pepper to combine. Cover and refrigerate until thoroughly chilled, at least 2 hours.
  6. Drizzle with remaining olive oil and lemon juice just before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Calories122kcal
Protein14.38%
Fat41.3%
Carbs44.32%

Properties

Glycemic Index
8.45
Glycemic Load
1.43
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
6.1665217273909%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.04mg
Hesperetin
0.11mg
Naringenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.04mg
Isorhamnetin
0.28mg
Kaempferol
0.04mg
Quercetin
1.2mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:122.22kcal
6.11%
Fat:5.79g
8.91%
Saturated Fat:1.28g
7.99%
Carbohydrates:13.97g
4.66%
Net Carbohydrates:12.24g
4.45%
Sugar:1.35g
1.5%
Cholesterol:3.34mg
1.11%
Sodium:314.1mg
13.66%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:4.53g
9.07%
Manganese:0.45mg
22.5%
Vitamin C:11.74mg
14.23%
Selenium:7.37µg
10.53%
Vitamin A:427.77IU
8.56%
Magnesium:30.52mg
7.63%
Folate:29.3µg
7.33%
Phosphorus:73.23mg
7.32%
Iron:1.27mg
7.04%
Calcium:70.1mg
7.01%
Fiber:1.74g
6.94%
Potassium:197.06mg
5.63%
Vitamin B1:0.08mg
5.43%
Copper:0.11mg
5.39%
Vitamin B6:0.1mg
5.14%
Zinc:0.62mg
4.1%
Vitamin K:4.12µg
3.92%
Vitamin E:0.55mg
3.64%
Vitamin B2:0.06mg
3.61%
Vitamin B3:0.66mg
3.29%
Vitamin B5:0.2mg
2.04%
Source:My Recipes