Basil Mint Pesto Pasta with Tomatoes & Strawberries
Basil Mint Pesto Pasta Salad breaks the mold a bit. Not only is it pesto-based with basil and mint, but also an interesting key ingredient –– strawberries
Prep Time20 minutesmins
Cook Time15 minutesmins
Total Time35 minutesmins
Course: Noodles and Pasta
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4servings
Calories: 599kcal
Author: Sarah
Ingredients
1/3cupwalnuts(or pine nuts, almonds, or hazelnuts)
Toast the walnuts in a dry pan over medium heat until fragrant. Allow to cool completely, and add to the bowl of a food processor, along with the basil, mint, parmesan, garlic, and salt and pepper to taste. Turn on the food processor, and slowly stream in the olive oil until smooth.
Boil the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and transfer to a large bowl. Toss with the pesto, sun-dried tomatoes, and grape tomatoes. Pour into a serving bowl, and top with the strawberries. Serve!