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Lemon Basil Pasta Salad

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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 8 oz pasta of your choice I prefer using penne for this
  • 1 large zucchini
  • 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • ½ medium red onion diced
  • 1 lemon
  • ½ cup fresh basil steps removed
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley stems removed
  • 1-2 cloves garlic grated
  • 3 tbsp pine nuts
  • ¼ cup plain unsweetened Greek yogurt
  • ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
  • salt & pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Chop up your zucchini, onion and garlic and add to skillet with 1 TB of olive oil. Sauté on low until softened.
  • Cook your pasta according to package instructions.
  • In a food processor or blender, add your basil, parsley, garlic, zest & juice from the lemon, Greek yogurt, 2 TB olive oil and salt & pepper to taste. Blend until smooth.
  • In a large bowl, combine your cooked pasta, veggies and sauce. Mix until pasta is fully coated. Top with grated parmesan, lemon zest & pine nuts.
  • Feel free to serve warm or let chill in the fridge for an hour before serving. (I prefer to serve it cold)