pesto pasta salad
A vibrant and refreshing pesto pasta salad perfect for a summer lunch or potluck. This recipe features rotini pasta tossed in a homemade pesto, cherry tomatoes, and mozzarella.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound rotini pasta
- 1 cup basil leaves
- 0.5 cup pine nuts
- 2 cloves garlic
- 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 0.25 cup olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes halved
- 8 ounces fresh mozzarella cubed
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and rinse with cold water.
- Combine basil, pine nuts, garlic, Parmesan cheese, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a food processor. Pulse until smooth.
- Add cooked pasta, cherry tomatoes, and mozzarella to the pesto. Toss to combine.
- Serve immediately or chill for later.
Notes
For a richer flavor, use fresh Parmesan cheese. You can also add other vegetables, such as bell peppers or zucchini.
Nutrition
Serving: 200gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 120gProtein: 120gFat: 120gSaturated Fat: 120gPolyunsaturated Fat: 120gMonounsaturated Fat: 120gTrans Fat: 120gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 120gSugar: 120gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 120mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 120mg
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