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Gluten-Free Pesto Pasta Salad

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Pasta salad season isn’t over until we say it’s over. And baby, it’s not over—especially since we just received this Gluten-Free Pesto Pasta Salad recipe from @talulaskitchen.

It’s fresh, flavorful, and the perfect make-ahead weeknight dinner or lunch that’s not a sad desk salad. Extra pesto can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days (or frozen in ice cube trays for longer). For the freshest bite, prep the pesto in advance and toss it with your pasta salad just before serving.

We also love how easy it is to customize this recipe. Mix it up by swapping the pine nuts for pistachios, almonds, or hazelnuts. If you’re plant-based, omit the Parmesan and mozzarella or sub in vegan versions.

Pro tip: Adding ice to your pesto helps keep that vibrant green color by preventing basil from oxidizing.

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Gluten-Free Pesto Pasta Salad

Recipe TypeLunch, Dinner
Dietary InfoGluten-Free
Serving Size5–7
Prep Time10 mins
Cook Time10 mins
Total Time20 mins

Ingredients:

Pesto (makes just over 1 cup)
1/4 cup toasted pine nuts
2 garlic cloves
2 packed cups fresh basil leaves
1 lemon, juiced
1/4 cup olive oil
3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon salt
2 ice cubes

Pasta Salad
1 box cooked gluten-free pasta of your choice
2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cup mozzarella balls, chopped
2 handfuls arugula
1/4–1/2 cup pesto (made above or your choice)

Instructions:

For the pesto:
1. In a pan, lightly toast the pine nuts and garlic over low–medium heat for 1–2 minutes, until fragrant and slightly golden.

2. Add the pine nuts, garlic, and Parmesan to a food processor. Pulse until roughly combined, then add the basil, lemon juice, ice cubes, salt, and olive oil. Blend until smooth. For a creamier consistency, add water 1 tablespoon at a time. Adjust salt and lemon to taste.

3. This recipe yields just over 1 cup of pesto.

For the pasta salad:
1. In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, arugula, and 1/4 cup pesto. Toss until evenly coated, adding more pesto if desired.

2. Serve chilled. Keeps well in the refrigerator for 3–4 days.

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