Icebox Pasta Salad Recipe

Step 1

For the Parmesan vinaigrette:

Step 2

Process Parmesan cheese, olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, balsamic vinegar, garlic, pepper, and salt in a blender or food processor until smooth. Add basil and cilantro; pulse 5 or 6 times or just until blended.

Step 3

For the veggies:

Step 4

Toss together all the ingredients in a large bowl with the Parmesan vinaigrette and let stand 10 minutes.

Step 5

For the pasta salad:

Step 6

Prepare pasta according to package directions. Add hot cooked pasta and chicken to tomato mixture; toss gently to coat. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Transfer to a serving platter, and top with basil and cilantro.