Pesto Pasta Salad: 7 Irresistible Reasons to Love It
A refreshing and flavorful pesto pasta salad.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup mozzarella balls
- 1/4 cup basil pesto
- 1/4 cup olives, sliced
- 1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions.
- Drain and rinse the pasta under cold water.
- In a large bowl, combine the pasta, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, olives, and pesto.
- Toss to combine.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Sprinkle with parmesan cheese before serving.
Notes
- Use whole wheat pasta for a healthier option.
- Add grilled chicken for extra protein.
- This salad can be served cold or at room temperature.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Pesto Pasta Salad, Pasta Salad, Italian Salad