Lemon Basil Pasta Salad
- Level: Easy
- Yield: 6 to 8 servings
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- Nutritional Analysis
- Per Serving
- Calories
- 369 calorie
- Total Fat
- 10.5 grams
- Saturated Fat
- 2 grams
- Cholesterol
- 0 milligrams
- Sodium
- 1169 milligrams
- Carbohydrates
- 59 grams
- Dietary Fiber
- 3 grams
- Protein
- 11 grams
- Sugar
- 4 grams
- Total: 20 min
- Prep: 10 min
- Cook: 10 min
Ingredients
1 pound farfalle pasta
4 plum tomatoes, cut into 1 inch dice
8 basil leaves, cut into chiffonade
1 lemon, juiced
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
3 teaspoons salt
Fresh basil leaves, for garnish
Directions
- Fill a large pot 3/4 of the way with water and place over high heat. Add plenty of salt and bring to a boil. Add the pasta and cook 8 to 10 minutes, until al dente. Drain the pasta and rinse under cold water to cool down.
- Put the pasta in a large serving bowl and add the tomatoes, basil, lemon juice, olive oil and salt. Toss well and garnish with fresh basil leaves.