Creamy Summer Pasta Salad with BelGioioso Shaved Parmesan

Looking for a delicious and refreshing dish to serve at your next summer gathering? Look no further than this Creamy Summer Pasta Salad with BelGioioso Shaved Parmesan. This vibrant and colorful salad is a perfect combination of creamy, tangy, and savory flavors, making it a crowd-pleaser at any picnic, barbecue, or potluck.

Creamy Summer Pasta Salad with BelGioioso Shaved Parmesan
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Prep Time:

15 mins

Cook Time:

15 mins

Total Time:

30 mins

Servings:

8

Yield:

8 servings

Ingredients

Creamy Summer Pasta Salad with BelGioioso Shaved Parmesan
1 (16 ounce) package fusilli pasta
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 cups chopped green onions
3 tablespoons minced garlic
6 cups chopped kale
2 cups cherry tomatoes
4 zucchini, cubed
Salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary, or more to taste
8 ounces BelGioioso Mascarpone cheese
Sliced or chopped raw almonds
1 cup shaved BelGioioso Parmesan cheese

Directions

Creamy Summer Pasta Salad with BelGioioso Shaved Parmesan

Step 1

Cook pasta in salted water according to the package instructions.

Step 2

While pasta is cooking, heat olive oil in a 12-14 inch skillet or saute pan. Add onions and saute until soft and glassy, but not brown. Add garlic and cook for a minute stirring constantly. Add kale and cook until it is soft but still bright green and textured, about 2 minutes. Add cherry tomatoes and zucchini, season with salt and pepper. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes. Remove from heat.

Step 3

Drain pasta into a large bowl, add Mascarpone and rosemary, stir well. Stir in the kale-tomato mixture. Top with almonds and shaved BelGioioso Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

462

Calories

22g

Fat

54g

Carbs

18g

Protein

Complement

The star of this pasta salad is the BelGioioso Shaved Parmesan, a high-quality cheese that adds a rich and nutty flavor to the dish. The creamy dressing, made with a combination of mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, and lemon juice, brings a refreshing and tangy element to the salad. The addition of fresh summer vegetables, such as cherry tomatoes, bell peppers, and cucumbers, adds a burst of color and crunch, while the al dente pasta ties everything together. Whether served as a main dish or a side, this Creamy Summer Pasta Salad with BelGioioso Shaved Parmesan is sure to be a hit at any summer gathering.