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Pesto Pasta Salad

Pesto Pasta Salad: 5 Delicious Reasons to Enjoy It

  • Author: Lisa
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A delicious and refreshing pesto pasta salad perfect for any occasion.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 8 oz pasta
  • 1 cup pesto sauce
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup mozzarella balls
  • 1/2 cup black olives, sliced
  • 1/4 cup pine nuts, toasted
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and let cool.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the cooled pasta and pesto sauce.
  3. Add cherry tomatoes, mozzarella balls, black olives, and pine nuts.
  4. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Toss everything together until well mixed.
  6. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Use whole grain pasta for a healthier option.
  • Feel free to add more vegetables like spinach or bell peppers.
  • This salad is best served cold.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 10g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg

Keywords: Pesto Pasta Salad, Pasta Salad, Italian Salad