Description
A fresh and flavorful pasta salad featuring pesto, mozzarella, tomatoes, and basil.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup fresh mozzarella balls
- 1/2 cup pesto
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and let cool.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooled pasta, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil.
- Add the pesto and mix until well combined.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
- Use whole wheat pasta for a healthier option.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like spinach or bell peppers.
- This salad can be made a few hours in advance.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixed
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Pesto Caprese Pasta Salad