Strawberry Lemon Basil Pasta Salad

This cool pasta salad has the sweetness of fresh strawberries, the sourness of lemon, and the fragrant smell of basil. This dish is great for picnics, potlucks, or as a light summer meal.

Ingredients:

• 8 oz fusilli pasta


• 1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced


• 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped


• 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled


• 1/4 cup pine nuts, toasted


• 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil


• 2 tbsp lemon juice


• 1 tsp lemon zest


• Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions:

Cook fusilli pasta according to package instructions

Drain and let cool

In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, sliced strawberries, chopped basil, crumbled feta cheese, and toasted pine nuts

In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, and black pepper

Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and toss gently to coat evenly

Chill the pasta salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving

Garnish with additional basil leaves and pine nuts if desired before serving