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How to Make Christmas Pasta Salad - A Step-by-Step Guide

As the holiday season approaches, many families gather to celebrate with delicious meals and festive dishes. If you're looking for a unique and flavorful addition to your Christmas menu, then look no further than this delicious Christmas pasta salad recipe.

This colorful and flavorful dish is the perfect way to celebrate the holiday season with a refreshing and satisfying side dish that everyone will love. Packed with vibrant vegetables, hearty pasta, and a zesty dressing, this Christm...

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Ingredients

  • 1 (16 ounce) package uncooked orzo pasta
  • ⅓ cup pesto, or to taste
  • 2 teaspoons lemon juice (Optional)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 4 ounces mozzarella cheese balls or pearls
  • ¼ cup sliced pepperoni, cut into strips
  • 3 large fresh basil leaves, julienned

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Additional Time: 8 hrs
  • Total Time: 8 hrs 35 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook orzo in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until tender yet firm to the bite, about 11 minutes. Drain and transfer to a large bowl.
  • Add pesto and lemon juice to the orzo; toss to coat. Mix in tomatoes, mozzarella cheese balls, and pepperoni strips. Refrigerate for 8 hours to overnight.
  • Mix in basil right before serving.

    • Nutrition

    331 cal.

    • Total Fat: 11g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 20mg
    • Sodium: 289mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 44g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 15g
    • Vitamin C: 5mg
    • Calcium: 198mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 187mg

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