Gluten Free Brushetta Pasta Salad

 

The perfect light and fresh summer pasta side dish you must try! Made by combining fresh garden veggies or brushetta with gluten free spaghetti pasta this recipe uses the freshest ingredients, is one of the easiest to make and comes together in no time. Recipe is vegan and vegetarian friendly and includes a step by step recipe.

 

 

A must try recipe and made with a heaping drizzle of balsamic drizzle!

It calls for a fresh and delicious recipe!

 

**Bruschetta Pasta Salad** is the perfect light and fresh dish you need to try this season! It combines fresh garden veggies with spaghetti pasta, making it a simple, delicious, and healthy meal that’s both vegan and vegetarian-friendly.

With fall vegetables ready to harvest, now is the perfect time to create something flavorful, wholesome, and quick to prepare. This step-by-step recipe will show you how to make it in no time!

What veggies from your garden would you add to this dish? Let me know below!

And check out my new blog post for the recipe!!!!

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Ingredients 

 

4 Vine Ripen Tomatoes, or any variety, diced

1/2 small Red Onion, diced

2 tbsp Fresh Basil, chopped, plus more for garnish

1 Clove Garlic, minced

1/2 tsp Oregano

1/4 tsp Fine Sea Salt, more or less to taste

1/4 tsp Black Pepper

5 tbsp Extra-Virgin Olive Oil, divided

3 tbsp Balsamic Vinegar Glaze, as desired

1 8 0z. box Gluten Free  Spaghetti Pasta, or pasta of choice

 

 

Instructions 

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta (500g) and cook according to package directions or until al dente.

In the meantime, make the bruschetta. Dice tomatoes and onion, set aside in a medium bowl. Add fresh basil, minced garlic, oregano, salt, pepper and 3 tbsp olive oil to the serving bowl. Stir to combine, set mixture aside to marinate for 10 to 15 minutes or until pasta has boiled.

When the pasta has finished cooking to al dente, drain, drizzle with 2 tbsp olive oil and transfer to a large heatproof serving bowl or skillet. Add bruschetta to the pasta and toss together until well combined; season to taste if needed. Drizzle with balsamic glaze, top with extra basil, and black pepper if desired and serve immediately!

 

How to Make Your Own Balsamic Glaze (Reduction)

Combine 2 cups of a good quality balsamic vinegar with 1/2 cup honey or coconut sugar (optional).

Bring to a low boil and reduce heat to keep at a simmer for 12-15 minutes, stirring occasionally until reduced by half and lightly coats the back of a spoon!

Notes for Balsamic Glaze

Time will vary depending on whether you use the coconut sugar /honey (more time without…less time with).

The glaze will thicken slightly as it cools.

 

 

 

Enjoy!

Yours in Health,

Penny 

 

 

 

 

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