Receta French Pasta Salad
Ingredientes
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Direcciones
- In this sophisticated salad, the rich flavors of toasted hazelnuts and goat cheese contrast nicely with the tangy Dijon mustard vinaigrette. Feel free to substitute feta, Roquefort or possibly freshly grated Parmesan for goat cheese, and asparagus pcs for the green beans.
- Preheat oven to 325F. Spread hazelnuts in small baking pan and bake till toasted and fragrant, stirring once, about 15 min. Cold slightly. Rub briskly in a kitchen towel to remove skins. Set aside.
- Meanwhile, bring large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add in pasta; stir to prevent sticking. Cook pasta till just tender, about 8 min. Drain; rinse under cool water and drain well. Set aside.
- Bring large saucepan of water to a boil. Add in green beans and cook till just crisp-tender, about 3 min. Drain, rinse under cool water and drain well.
- Set aside.
- Make vinaigrette: In large shallow serving bowl, whisk together a[l ingredients. Add in pasta, green beans, toasted hazelnuts and pimientos and toss to combine. Sprinkle with parsley and capers if you like. Scatter cheese around edge of salad. Serve at room temperature or possibly slightly chilled.