PASTA RECIPE
Perfect Pastas 45M
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LEMONY KALE & PISTACHIO PASTA SALAD Recipe courtesy of CarasCravings.com & EAStewart.com
INGREDIENTS (Serves 4)
6 tbsps extra virgin olive oil 4 tbsps fresh squeezed lemon juice 1 clove minced garlic 8 ounces dry pasta 4 cups chopped kale
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1/2 cup chopped pistachio nuts Salt, pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes to taste
DIRECTIONS For the Dressing Combine olive oil, lemon juice, and minced garlic in a jar. Shake well to combine and set aside. For the Pasta Salad: Cook the pasta according to directions, then drain. Pour the pasta into a large bowl, and add the chopped kale, Parmesan cheese, and pistachio nuts. Pour dressing on top and toss well. Season to taste with salt, pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes. You may serve the pasta salad right away, or let the dressing infuse the pasta and kale for 10 or more minutes. You may also keep it in the refrigerator and serve it cold the next day.