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Whole Wheat Pasta Salad Honey Basil Balsamic Vinaigrette

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A healthy and fresh summertime pasta salad bursting with flavors. Tossed with a quick and easy vinaigrette!

Ingredients

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Honey Basil Balsamic Vinaigrette

  • 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon aged balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon honey

For the Salad

  • 1 lb. whole wheat fusilli pasta (DeLallo is my favorite)
  • 1/2 small red onion, sliced thinly
  • 2 cups baby arugula
  • 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
  • 1/2 cup grape tomatoes, halved
  • 1/3 cup roasted hazelnuts, chopped and toasted
  • 1/3 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1/2 cup marinated artichoke hearts, chopped
  • 1 roasted chicken, meat removed and sliced

Instructions

For the Honey Basil Balsamic Vinaigrette*

  1. Place basil, garlic, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and honey into a blender or small food processor and pulse until smooth.

For the Salad

  1. Cook pasta according to directions. Rinse with cold water, and then drain well. In a large bowl mix pasta, onion, arugula, sun-dried tomatoes, fresh tomatoes, hazelnuts, feta, and artichoke hearts. Arrange sliced chicken on top, and drizzle dressing over the salad just before serving, tossing lightly to coat.

Notes

*Double if you like your salads with plenty or dressing, or to have on hand for leftovers This recipe is adapted from Fitnessista’s Best Pasta Salad

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