Lemon Basil Pasta Salad

Apr 17, 2021
Honky Tonk Kitchen

A Refreshing Poker Night Delight

Looking for a light and refreshing dish to enjoy during your poker nights? Look no further than our delicious Lemon Basil Pasta Salad recipe! Created by the culinary experts at The Poker Club at West Houston, this salad is a perfect blend of flavors and textures that will satisfy your taste buds and keep you energized throughout your poker game.

The Perfect Combination of Tangy and Fresh

Our Lemon Basil Pasta Salad is a delightful fusion of tangy lemon and aromatic basil flavors. It is designed to provide a refreshing twist to your poker night feast. This salad is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients, making it an ideal choice for poker players who want to stay focused and alert during their gaming sessions.

Ingredients:

  • 8 ounces of fusilli pasta, cooked al dente
  • 1 cup of cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cup of fresh basil leaves, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup of pine nuts, toasted
  • 1/4 cup of crumbled feta cheese
  • 1/4 cup of Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
  • 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice
  • 1 clove of garlic, minced
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

Follow these simple steps to make your own delicious Lemon Basil Pasta Salad:

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked fusilli pasta, cherry tomatoes, basil leaves, pine nuts, feta cheese, and Kalamata olives.
  2. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
  3. Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and toss gently to coat all the ingredients evenly.
  4. Allow the salad to sit in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld together.
  5. Before serving, give the salad a final toss and adjust the seasoning if needed.
  6. Garnish with a few extra basil leaves and pine nuts, if desired.

An Ideal Partner for Poker Nights

Our Lemon Basil Pasta Salad is not only a culinary masterpiece but also the perfect partner for your poker nights at The Poker Club at West Houston. This salad provides you with the right balance of carbohydrates, proteins, and healthy fats, giving you the energy and focus needed to enhance your poker game and enjoy your gambling experience to the fullest.

Enhance Your Poker Experience with Fresh Flavors

At The Poker Club at West Houston, we believe in providing our valued players with top-notch dining options that complement their gaming experience. Our Lemon Basil Pasta Salad is a testament to our commitment to quality and taste. Enjoy this delectable dish during your next visit to our prestigious gambling establishment, and take your poker nights to a whole new level!

Kerry Bailey
Lemon and basil are such a refreshing combination, especially in a pasta salad. Can't wait to give this recipe a try!
Nov 6, 2023
Tony Fox
Lemon and basil are such a refreshing combination. This salad sounds perfect for a fun game night!
Nov 2, 2023
Panfi Temquel
Lemon and basil are a match made in heaven! Can't wait to give this recipe a try.
Oct 30, 2023
Jennifer Kurtinitis
Thanks for sharing this recipe! I'm always on the lookout for new dishes to bring to gatherings.
Oct 10, 2023
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Oct 9, 2023
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Oct 6, 2023
Ann Hoher
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Sep 16, 2023
Jennifer Hall
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Aug 25, 2023
Barry Baker
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Aug 21, 2023
David Cutty
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Aug 13, 2023
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Aug 4, 2023
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Jul 18, 2023
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Jul 16, 2023
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May 26, 2023
Ronald Berg
The light and refreshing nature of this pasta salad makes it perfect for a casual game night. Thanks for the idea!
May 23, 2023
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May 18, 2023
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Apr 25, 2023
Craig Bruns
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Apr 24, 2023
Sean Lalonde
This Lemon Basil Pasta Salad is a perfect dish to enjoy while playing poker with friends. I'm excited to give it a try!
Mar 23, 2023
Ed Rpa
Love the idea of a refreshing dish like this to balance out the intensity of a poker night. Thanks for sharing!
Mar 1, 2023
Todd Nugent
This pasta salad looks so refreshing and tasty! Definitely adding it to my recipe collection.
Feb 11, 2023
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A light and refreshing pasta salad like this seems perfect for a fun game night. Can't wait to give this recipe a try!
Jan 28, 2023
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I love the idea of serving a light and zesty dish like this at our poker nights. Can't wait to make this pasta salad!
Jan 9, 2023
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Dec 19, 2022
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The Lemon Basil Pasta Salad sounds like a delightful and refreshing option for our poker nights. Looking forward to trying it out!
Dec 13, 2022
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Dec 6, 2022
Martin Lemoine
The combination of lemon and basil gives a sophisticated twist to the traditional pasta salad. Can't wait to taste it!
Dec 1, 2022
Chris Cox
This sounds like the perfect dish to enjoy during warm weather. Excited to make it for my next game night.
Nov 30, 2022
David Pope
I'm always searching for new and exciting recipes to try, and this Lemon Basil Pasta Salad certainly fits the bill. Can't wait to make it!
Nov 8, 2022
Gregg Stefanelli
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Oct 5, 2022
Kristen Manion
The tangy-sweet flavor from the lemon coupled with the aromatic basil sounds like a winning combination! Can't wait to try it!
Aug 2, 2022
Jordi Torras
Definitely adding this to my list of go-to recipes. Thanks for sharing!
Aug 1, 2022
Will Yandle
Perfect timing! I was looking for a new pasta salad recipe to try. Can't wait to make this!
Jul 30, 2022
Jamie Hopper
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Jul 19, 2022
Theodore Svoronos
I'm a fan of anything with lemon in it. Definitely trying this recipe out.
Jul 18, 2022
Stephany Freeman
I'm excited to whip up this Lemon Basil Pasta Salad for our next game night. The flavors sound perfect for the occasion!
Jul 10, 2022
John Chrouser
I never thought of serving pasta salad at poker night, but now I can't wait to try it!
Jul 10, 2022
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Jul 1, 2022
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Jun 23, 2022
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Jun 13, 2022
Ravinder Singh
Excited to try this out at our next poker game. I'm sure it will be a hit!
Jun 9, 2022
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I'm always on the lookout for new recipes to try, and this one looks great. Can't wait to make it!
Jun 7, 2022
Joseph Bowman
I love trying new pasta salad recipes. Thanks for sharing this one!
Jun 5, 2022
Ravi Patel
I've been looking for a new pasta salad recipe and this seems perfect. Can't wait to make this!
May 28, 2022
John Groenland
The Poker Club chefs really know how to create delicious dishes. Excited to try this lemon basil pasta salad!
May 15, 2022
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May 7, 2022
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Apr 25, 2022
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Apr 25, 2022
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Mar 31, 2022
Grace Chow
I've never tried a pasta salad with lemon and basil before, but now I'm intrigued. I'll be trying this recipe soon!
Mar 26, 2022
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Mar 8, 2022
Lala Cartwright
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Feb 28, 2022
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Feb 23, 2022
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Feb 6, 2022
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Jan 21, 2022
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Jan 8, 2022
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Jan 4, 2022
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Dec 6, 2021
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Nov 28, 2021
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Nov 26, 2021
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Nov 21, 2021
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Nov 19, 2021
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Nov 9, 2021
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Nov 2, 2021
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Oct 28, 2021
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Oct 20, 2021
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Oct 5, 2021
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Oct 3, 2021
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Sep 25, 2021
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Aug 25, 2021
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Aug 5, 2021
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Aug 2, 2021
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Jul 29, 2021
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Jul 27, 2021
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Jul 16, 2021
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Jul 2, 2021
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Jun 18, 2021
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Jun 9, 2021
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Jun 7, 2021
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Jun 2, 2021
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May 25, 2021
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May 17, 2021
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May 16, 2021
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May 15, 2021
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May 5, 2021
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May 3, 2021
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Apr 30, 2021
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Apr 29, 2021
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Apr 25, 2021