Name: Strawberry Balsamic Pasta Salad
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 20 min
Yield: 6
Ingredients: Kosher salt -; 1 lb. fusilli or rotini pasta -; 1/2 c. extra-virgin olive oil, divided -; 1/2 c. sliced almonds -; 1/4 c. balsamic vinegar -; 2 tbsp. maple syrup -; 1 tbsp. Dijon mustard -; Freshly ground black pepper -; 1 lb. fresh strawberries, hulled, sliced -; 1 small shallot, peeled, thinly sliced -; 2 c. baby spinach -; 1/2 c. fresh basil leaves, torn if large -; 1/2 c. fresh mint leaves, torn if large -; 6 oz. goat cheese, crumbled (about 1 c.) -; Store-bought or homemade balsamic glaze, for drizzling -

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Ingredients for - Strawberry Balsamic Pasta Salad

1. Kosher salt -

2. 1 lb. fusilli or rotini pasta -

3. 1/2 c. extra-virgin olive oil, divided -

4. 1/2 c. sliced almonds -

5. 1/4 c. balsamic vinegar -

6. 2 tbsp. maple syrup -

7. 1 tbsp. Dijon mustard -

8. Freshly ground black pepper -

9. 1 lb. fresh strawberries, hulled, sliced -

10. 1 small shallot, peeled, thinly sliced -

11. 2 c. baby spinach -

12. 1/2 c. fresh basil leaves, torn if large -

13. 1/2 c. fresh mint leaves, torn if large -

14. 6 oz. goat cheese, crumbled (about 1 c.) -

15. Store-bought or homemade balsamic glaze, for drizzling -

How to cook deliciously - Strawberry Balsamic Pasta Salad

1. Stage

In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook pasta, stirring occasionally, until al dente according to package directions. Drain and rinse under cold water. Drain again.

2. Stage

Meanwhile, in a small skillet over medium heat, heat 1/4 cup oil. Add almonds and cook, stirring frequently, until fragrant and lightly golden, 2 to 3 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer almonds to a paper towel-lined plate. Reserve oil in skillet; season with salt. Transfer oil to a large bowl and whisk in vinegar, syrup, mustard, and remaining 1/4 cup oil; season with salt and pepper.

3. Stage

To bowl with vinegar mixture, add pasta, strawberries, shallots, spinach, basil, and mint. Toss to coast; season with salt and pepper, if needed. Add almonds and cheese and gently toss to combine. Drizzle with balsamic glaze.