Pesto Pasta Salad With Tomatoes And Mozzarella
Tender pasta, juicy tomatoes, creamy mozzarella cheese, and fresh basil all tossed in a "short-cut" pesto sauce make a salad that is seriously delicious! This easy pasta salad recipe is perfect for parties, cookouts, potlucks, and a must-make when you're feeding a crowd.
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 277kcal
Ingredients
- 1 pound boxed pasta - I used Cavatappi
- 1 pint grape tomatoes, halved
- 8 ounces prepared, jarred pesto
- 8-10 ounces fresh mozzarella, cubed
- ¼ teaspoon fresh cracked pepper
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to instructions on the box. Drain, rinse and add to a large bowl.
- Add in tomatoes, mozzarella cheese, pesto, and pepper. Stir, making sure to coat the pasta in the pesto.
- Taste and add salt if needed.
- Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Nutrition
Calories: 277kcal | Carbohydrates: 32g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 16mg | Sodium: 299mg | Potassium: 193mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 837IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 138mg | Iron: 1mg