This is a fantastic way to use up leftover vegetables and anything else that's going out of date. This versatility is what I really love about this dish.
4 people15 minutes10 minutes
Ingredients
100gCherry Tomatoes
halved or quartered
1 - Mozzarella Cheese Balls
cubed
400gPenne Pasta
fusilli or farfalle
1 - Red Onion
finely sliced
1jarRoasted Red Peppers
(280g) drained and chopped
100gSuperValu Asparagus
chopped
1tspSuperValu Extra Virgin Olive Oil
for drizzling
50gSuperValu Fresh Parsley Flat Leaf
chopped
50gSuperValu Parmesan Cheese Shavings
50gSuperValu Pesto
100gSuperValu Rocket Leaves
Method
Bring a large pot of salted water to the boil. Snap the woody ends off the asparagus spears and discard, then chop the spears. When the water boils, add the asparagus and cook for 3 to 4 minutes to blanch it. Scoop out the asparagus with a slotted spoon and set aside.
Add the pasta to the boiling water and cook according to the packet instructions, until al dente. Drain the pasta and rinse it under the cold tap to stop it from cooking further.
Place the pasta in a big salad bowl and stir in the pesto until the pasta is evenly coated. Add all the remaining ingredients, season with a pinch of salt and pepper and toss to combine. If the pasta salad looks a little dry, add a teaspoon of extra virgin olive oil.