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Caprese Pesto Pasta Salad ~ The vibrant flavors of classic Caprese salad in an easy-to-make pasta dish that's always a crowd favorite!

Caprese Pesto Pasta Salad

The vibrant flavors of classic Caprese salad in an easy-to-make pasta dish that's always a crowd favorite!
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Course: Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: 30 minutes or less, dairy free, Italian, pasta salad, quick and easy, side dish, summer, vegan, vegetarian
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: 524kcal
Author: Holly Gray

Ingredients

  • 1 pound farfalle pasta uncooked
  • 1/2 cup basil pesto
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 2 cups grape tomatoes halved or quartered
  • 2 cups fresh mozzarella cheese cubed
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves chopped

Instructions

  • Cook pasta according to package directions for al dente consistency. Drain and rinse with cold water. Transfer to a large bowl.
  • In a small bowl, combine the pesto, olive oil, garlic powder, and black pepper. Pour over the pasta and toss to coat.
  • Gently stir in the tomatoes and mozzarella cheese.
  • Sprinkle with chopped basil and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 524kcal | Carbohydrates: 61g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 31mg | Sodium: 435mg | Potassium: 322mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 1136IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 245mg | Iron: 1mg
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