Spinach Pasta Salad

Basil, prosciutto, and pine nuts pack plenty of flavor into this cool side-dish salad.


Spinach Pasta Salad

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Servings: Makes 6 to 8 side-dish servings.
Prep Time: 25 mins
Total Time: 4 hrs 25 mins
Related Categories: Pasta, Pasta Salad, Spinach Salad, Ziti

 
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Ingredients
  • 8 ounces
    ziti (2-1/4 cups) or other small pasta
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  • 1 cup
    lightly packed spinach leaves
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  • 1/4 cup
    lightly packed basil leaves
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  • cloves garlic, quartered
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  • 2 tablespoons
    finely shredded Parmesan cheese
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  • 1/8 teaspoon
    salt
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  • 1/8 teaspoon
    pepper
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  • 1 tablespoon
    olive oil
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  • 1 tablespoon
    water
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  • 1/2 cup
    light mayonnaise dressing or salad dressing
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    Spinach leaves
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  •  
    Radicchio leaves (optional)
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  • 1 to 2 ounces (3 to 6 tablespoons)
    chopped prosciutto or ham
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  • 2 tablespoons
    toasted pine nuts
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Directions
1.
Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain pasta, rinse with cold water, and drain again. Set aside.
2.
Meanwhile, in a blender container or food processor bowl combine the 1 cup spinach, basil, garlic, cheese, salt, and pepper. Add oil and water; cover and blend or process until nearly smooth and mixture forms a paste, scraping down sides of container frequently. Combine the mayonnaise or salad dressing with the spinach mixture. Add to pasta and toss until well coated. Cover and chill for at least 4 hours or up to 24 hours.
3.
To serve, line a salad bowl with spinach leaves and, if desired, radicchio leaves. Spoon salad into lined bowl. Sprinkle with chopped prosciutto and pine nuts. Makes 6 to 8 side-dish servings.

Nutrition information
Per serving: Calories 277, Total Fat 13 g, Saturated Fat 2 g, Cholesterol 2 mg, Sodium 310 mg, Carbohydrate 32 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 8 g. Daily Values: Vitamin A 6%, Vitamin C 4%, Calcium 3%, Iron 13%. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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