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Pesto Pasta Salad

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Enjoy a delightful burst of flavors with this Pesto Pasta Salad, perfect for warm days and gatherings. This refreshing dish combines perfectly cooked pasta with a vibrant basil pesto, fresh cherry tomatoes, and creamy mozzarella, creating a colorful medley that’s both satisfying and nutritious. In just 30 minutes, you can whip up this easy recipe that serves beautifully as a main course or a side dish at barbecues and potlucks. It’s versatile, customizable, and guaranteed to impress family and friends alike.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound pasta (cavatelli or penne)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
  • 1/2 cup finely chopped red onion
  • 1/4 cup chopped pepperoncini
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped parsley
  • 3 cups basil leaves
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 1/3 cup pine nuts
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until tender. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. While the pasta cooks, prepare the basil pesto by blending basil leaves, pine nuts, olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked pasta with pesto, cherry tomatoes, and toss well.
  • Author: Madison
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (210g)
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 250mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 17g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 9g
  • Cholesterol: 10mg