Lemon Basil Parmesan Pasta Salad – FadedMix

Ingredients

• 12 ounces of pasta (such as fusilli or penne)
• 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon lemon zest
• 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
• 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/2 cup pine nuts, toasted
• 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced
• 1/4 cup parsley, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
• 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced