Pesto Pasta Salad
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5
213 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
20 mins
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Servings
5
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Calories
490 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Pesto Pasta Salad
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This Pesto Pasta Salad combines farfalle pasta with fresh basil pesto, cherry tomatoes in red and yellow, crisp sliced cucumbers, and soft fresh mozzarella cubes. A sprinkle of freshly grated Parmesan cheese adds a savory finish. The cold pasta tossed in pesto pairs well with the crunchy vegetables, making it a refreshing dish suitable for picnics or light meals.
Description
Pesto Pasta Salad features cooked farfalle pasta that is cooled and dressed with vibrant basil pesto. The combination of halved cherry tomatoes—both red and yellow—adds sweetness and color. Sliced mini cucumbers contribute a crisp contrast, while fresh mozzarella cubes introduce a creamy texture. A finishing touch of freshly grated Parmesan cheese on top brings a hint of saltiness. This salad balances creamy, fresh, and savory elements, served cold or at room temperature for a pleasing contrast of flavors and textures.
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Ingredients
- 8 ounces farfalle pasta , whole wheat or white
- 3/4 cup basil pesto , homemade or store bought
- 2 cups cherry tomato halved (I use half red and half yellow
- 2 cucumber sliced, mini
- 3 ounces mozzarella cheese cut into 1/2-inch cubes, fresh
- 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese freshly grated
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and rinse with cold water.
- Add pasta to a large bowl and stir in pesto.
- Add tomatoes, cucumber and fresh mozzarella cubes and toss to combine. Top with parmesan cheese. Garnish with fresh cracked pepper, if desired.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
490kcal
(25%)
Carbohydrates
25g
(8%)
Protein
14g
(28%)
Fat
38g
(58%)
Saturated Fat
9g
(45%)
Cholesterol
25mg
(8%)
Sodium
1005mg
(42%)
Potassium
326mg
(7%)
Fiber
5g
(20%)
Sugar
7g
(14%)
Vitamin A
2286IU
(46%)
Vitamin C
17mg
(19%)
Calcium
311mg
(31%)
Iron
2mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 5Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 490 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 490kcal | 25% |
| Carbohydrates | 25g | 8% |
| Protein | 14g | 28% |
| Fat | 38g | 58% |
| Saturated Fat | 9g | 45% |
| Cholesterol | 25mg | 8% |
| Sodium | 1005mg | 42% |
| Potassium | 326mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 7g | 14% |
| Vitamin A | 2286IU | 46% |
| Vitamin C | 17mg | 19% |
| Calcium | 311mg | 31% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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