Caprese Pasta Salad

Description

The dynamic trio of fresh basil pesto, mozzarella cheese, and juicy tomato are reunited once again in an American favorite- pasta salad. This light and fresh salad is great for a lunch, a side dish, or even a snack.

Ingredients

  • 1 (16 ounce) package fusilli pasta
  • 1 cup fresh basil leaves
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan or Romano cheese
  • ¼ cup pine nuts, toasted (Optional)
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
  • 4 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, cut into strips
  • salt and pepper to taste

Prep Time: 25 mins

Cook Time: 15 mins

Total Time: 1 hr 25 mins

Servings: 8

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