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Chimichurri Pasta Salad

Chimichurri Pasta Salad with Grilled Veggies Delight

This Chimichurri Pasta Salad combines vibrant veggies and zesty chimichurri for a fresh, healthy meal perfect for summer gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American, Vegan
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

Chimichurri Sauce
  • 1 bunch Fresh Parsley chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 medium Fresno Pepper chopped
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
  • 1 tablespoon Red Wine Vinegar
  • 1/4 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil high-quality
Pasta Salad
  • 8 ounces Pasta of Choice such as penne or fusilli
  • 1 medium Red Bell Pepper quartered
  • 1 cup Asparagus whole
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes whole
  • 1 medium Eggplant sliced into half-moons
  • 1 medium Zucchini sliced into half-moons
  • 1 medium Red Onion quartered
  • 2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil for grilling

Equipment

  • Grill pan
  • large pot
  • medium bowl
  • platter
  • large mixing bowl

Method
 

Chimichurri Preparation
  1. Finely chop the parsley, garlic, and Fresno pepper in a medium bowl. Add salt, oregano, red wine vinegar, and olive oil. Stir to combine.
Pasta Cooking
  1. Bring salted water to a boil in a large pot. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions, usually 8–10 minutes until al dente. Drain and rinse briefly under cold water.
Veggie Preparation
  1. Slice the eggplant and zucchini into half-moons, quarter the red bell pepper and onion, and keep the asparagus and cherry tomatoes whole. Drizzle with olive oil.
Grilling Vegetables
  1. Preheat the grill over medium heat. Grill vegetables for about 5–7 minutes per side until tender and marked. Let them cool before chopping into bite-sized pieces.
Combining Salad
  1. In a large bowl, combine grilled vegetables with pasta and pour the chimichurri over. Toss to coat and adjust seasoning.
Serving
  1. Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for at least an hour to enhance flavors.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 8gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 6gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 90mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 10mg

Notes

For best flavor, chill before serving and adjust seasonings to preference. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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