Consider adding slivers of red onion, black olives, or diced green bell pepper for additional flavor and texture. Taste and adjust the pesto and lemon juice according to your preference. For a vegetarian option, omit the pepperoni and add sun-dried tomatoes or artichoke hearts.
Christmas Pasta Salad
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PREP TIME15 mins
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COOK TIME20 mins
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TOTAL TIME8 hrs 35 mins
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SERVING8 People
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VIEWS9
Evoking the festive spirit, this vibrant pasta salad transforms orzo into playful 'pine needles,' adorned with 'ornament' mozzarella and ribbons of basil. A delightful centerpiece for your holiday table!
Ingridients
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate44 g
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Cholesterol20 mg
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Fiber2 g
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Protein15 g
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Saturated Fat4 g
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Sodium289 mg
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Sugar3 g
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Fat11 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
Step
11 mins
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook the orzo pasta in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until al dente, about 11 minutes.
02
Step
1 mins
Drain the orzo and transfer it to a large bowl.
03
Step
2 mins
Add the pesto and lemon juice to the orzo; toss gently to coat all the pasta.
04
Step
3 mins
Mix in the halved cherry tomatoes, mozzarella cheese balls, and pepperoni strips.
05
Step
8 hrs
Refrigerate the pasta salad for at least 8 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld.
06
Step
1 mins
Just before serving, gently mix in the julienned fresh basil leaves.
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Dannie Howe
Jun 22, 2025Easy to make ahead and perfect for potlucks.
Meghan Murray
Jun 21, 2025This salad was a hit at our Christmas party! Everyone loved the fresh flavors and festive presentation.
Luigi Murphy
Jun 19, 2025I added some sun-dried tomatoes and it was delicious! Thanks for the great recipe.