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Pesto Pasta Caprese Salad Recipe

A fresh and flavorful salad combining the classic Caprese ingredients with pesto pasta.
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Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Italian
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 350 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 200 g Pasta Use your favorite type of pasta
  • 1 cup Cherry tomatoes Halved
  • 1 cup Mozzarella balls Mini
  • ½ cup Pesto sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon Balsamic vinegar
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • ¼ cup Fresh basil leaves Chopped

Instructions 

  1. 1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and let it cool.
  2. 2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella balls, and fresh basil leaves.
  3. 3. Add the pesto sauce, olive oil, and balsamic vinegar. Toss everything together until well combined.
  4. 4. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately or chill in the fridge for later.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 25mg | Sodium: 400mg | Potassium: 200mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 150mg | Iron: 2mg

Keywords

Caprese, Pasta, Pesto
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