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Pesto Pasta Salad


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"Salad, Pesto Pasta"

Serves 5 | Prep Time 10 minutes PT10M | Cook Time 10 minutes PT20M | Salad

Why I Love This Recipe

Requires a low amount of ingredients and only takes 20 minutes to make.


Ingredients You'll Need

▢8 ounces farfalle pasta , whole wheat or white
▢3/4 cup basil pesto , homemade or store bought
▢2 cups cherry tomatoes , halved (I use half red and half yellow)
▢2 mini cucumbers , sliced
▢3 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese , cut into 1/2-inch cubes
▢1/4 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese


Directions

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.


Pairs Well With

Grilled meat, seafood, and vegetables


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