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Chipotle Pecan Tomato Pesto Pasta Salad

 

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Chipotle Pecan Tomato Pesto Pasta Salad

Course Lunch, Side Dish
Cuisine American
Keyword Easy Recipes, Family Friendly, Holidays, Kid Friendly, Pasta, Vegetarian
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling & chilling 1 hour 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Servings 8
Calories 377kcal

Equipment

  • Large saucepan
  • Collander
  • Measuring cup(s)
  • Measuring spoons
  • Cutting knife
  • Cutting Board
  • Large sklllet
  • Blender
  • Spatula
  • Large serving/mixing bowl w/ lid
  • Mixing spoon

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Prepare pasta as label directs; drain, rinse with cold water and cool completely.
  • In large skillet, toast pecans over medium heat 3 minutes or until lightly browned and fragrant, stirring frequently; transfer to plate to cool.
  • In blender, purée garlic, ½ cup tomatoes, lemon juice, oil, chipotle pepper in adobo sauce, agave, salt and half the pecans. Makes about ⅔ cup.
  • In large bowl, toss pasta and garlic mixture; fold in cilantro, and remaining pecans and 1 cup tomatoes. Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour before serving. Makes about 10 cups.

Video

Nutrition

Serving: 1.25cup | Calories: 377kcal | Carbohydrates: 49g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 260mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 7g
Michelle Berger

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