Cilantro Pesto Pasta Salad
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1 pound rigatoni or other small pasta
1/2 cup olive oil
1 cup fresh cilantro leaves, washed, loosely packed
2 cloves garlic, crushed
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano leaves
1/4 cup pine nuts
1/2 cup sliced black olives
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
Cook rigatoni according to package directions, drain well.
In blender container, blend oil, cilantro, garlic and oregano until smooth.
Toss pasta with dressing; toss in pine nuts and olives; season to taste with salt and pepper. Cover and refrigerate. Toss again before serving.
Serves 8.
Nutrition Facts
Calories 370 calories
Protein 9 grams
Fat 19 grams
Sodium 70 milligrams
Cholesterol 0 milligrams
Saturated Fat 2 grams
Carbohydrates 43 grams
Fiber 3 grams
Recipe provided courtesy of Pork, The Other White Meat.