
Shrimp, Orzo and Pistachio Pesto Salad
An aromatic pistachio pesto grounds this simple salad in flavor—an easy make-and-go dish for potlucks and get-togethers.
Ingredients (16)
- Pistachio Pesto:
- 1 cup shelled pistachios
- 2 garlic cloves
- 2 cup basil
- 1/4 cup Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
- 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
- Salad:
- 2 cup cold cooked orzo pasta
- 1/2 cup Pistachio Pesto
- 1 pound cooked shrimp
- 2 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 cup halved cherry tomatoes
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Coarsely ground black pepper
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Directions
- To prepare pesto, place pistachios and garlic in a food processor; process until minced. Add basil, cheese, salt and pepper; process until finely minced. With processor on, slowly pour oil through food chute; process until well blended. Reserve 1/2 cup for salad; spoon remaining 1 cup pesto into a zip-top plastic bag; store in refrigerator.
- To prepare salad, combine all ingredients in a bowl; toss well. Serve at room temperature or chilled.