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Caprese Pesto Pasta Salad recipe

Caprese Pesto Pasta Salad is a light dish with a bold flavor, making it perfect for potlucks, parties, BBQ's, and get togethers!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Italian
Servings: 8
Author: Lil' Luna

Ingredients

  • 12 oz uncooked rotini pasta
  • 4 tbsp pesto
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp salt (or more if needed)
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder
  • pepper
  • 1/2 cup grape tomatoes halved
  • 1/2 cup small fresh mozzarella balls
  • 2 fresh basil leaves chopped
  • Drizzle of balsamic vinaigrette reduction

Instructions

  • Boil water in a large pot and cook rotini according to box directions.
  • Drain pasta and set aside.
  • In a large bowl, mix pesto, olive oil, salt, garlic powder and pepper. Add cooked rotini and toss to coat. Add tomato halves, mozzarella balls and fresh basil. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
  • Drizzle with balsamic vinaigrette reduction right before serving. ENJOY!

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Nutrition

Calories: 88kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 4g | Sodium: 216mg | Potassium: 47mg | Vitamin A: 230IU | Vitamin C: 1.2mg | Calcium: 14mg | Iron: 0.2mg