This Lemon Pesto Pasta Salad is zesty, addicting, and jam packed with fresh flavors- lemon, pesto, mozzarella, sundried tomatoes, just to name a few. It is easy to make and enough to feed a crowd of people.
Cook the Bow Tie (Farfalle) pasta as specified on the packaging and to al dente. Once fully cooked, rinse with cool water and set aside.
Prepare the dressing by adding the pesto, extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, lemon zest, honey, salt and pepper to a large jar.
Shake vigorously until well combined.
To a large bowl add the cooked and cooled bow tie (Farfalle) pasta, spinach, diced Pepperoncini peppers, sundried tomatoes, scallions, and Mozzarella pearls.
Pour the Zesty Lemon Pesto Dressing over the salad and mix until evenly distributed.
Refrigerate the pasta salad for a few hours to marinate (and amplify flavors) before serving.
Notes
Storing information:
In the refrigerator, covered for up to 4 days.
Making Ahead of Time:
The dressing can be stored in it's jar in the refrigerator for up to 7 days head of time.
The pasta and toppings can be stored covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days ahead of time.
Be sure to keep the dressing separate from pasta salad and refrigerated. Shake the dressing well prior to combining it with the pasta salad.
Nutrition
Calories: 273kcal
Keyword EASY APPETIZERS, EASY SIDES, MEAL PREP, ONE BOWL, PARTY FOOD, PASTA, SALAD, VEGETABLES