Pesto Pasta Salad - Live Learn Lovewell

Ingredients

• One 16-oz bag of dried pasta
• 4-5 heaping spoonfuls of pesto (about 1/3 cup. I use my Basil Pesto , but also check out my Garlic Scape version )
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• Salt and pepper
• 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 bunch of haricot verts
• Basil
• 1/4 cup pine nuts, toasted
• Lemon
• In a large pot, bring water to a rolling boil. Salt generously and add pasta. Cook to manufacturer’s instructions for al dente.
• Drain pasta and add 4-5 heaping spoonfuls of pesto (about 1/3 cup) and minced garlic. Now is the time to add mustard if you want. Toss to combine. Add salt and pepper to taste.
• Add cherry tomatoes, haricot verts, and peas. Garnish with basil and pine nuts.
• Cover and rest in fridge for at least an hour to let the flavors deepen. Dress with a lemon squeeze, and enjoy room temperature or chilled.