Name: Pesto Pasta Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 1 pound pasta (cavatelli or penne); 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved); 8 oz fresh mozzarella (cut into small bite-sized pieces); 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; 1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 2 cloves garlic; 1 teaspoon sea salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Pesto Pasta Salad

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Enjoy this quick and easy Pesto Pasta Salad that’s bursting with fresh flavors! Perfect for lunch or potlucks—try it today!

Author: Evelyn
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Yield: Approximately 6 servings 1x
Category: Main Course
Method: Mixing
Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients

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1 pound pasta (cavatelli or penne)
1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
8 oz fresh mozzarella (cut into small bite-sized pieces)
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
1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 cloves garlic
1 teaspoon sea salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper

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Instructions

Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
In a food processor, combine basil leaves, pine nuts, parmesan cheese, olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Process until smooth.
In a large bowl, mix the cooked pasta with pesto, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, pepperoncini, and parsley. Toss well to combine.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 350
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 450mg
Fat: 17g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 42g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 10g
Cholesterol: 15mg

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