TOMATO, MOZZARELLA AND PESTO PASTA SALAD

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I came up with this one day when trying to use up ingredients I already had. The pine nuts give the salad a great, nutty flavour and add a bit of crunch to the texture. Serves 4 as a side dish. Update: I have added some olive oil to the pasta salad to moisten it up a bit, based on a review.

Provided by Shuzbud

Categories     European

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups dry pasta (penne, fusilli or bow-tie work best)
5 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese
10 cherry tomatoes
4 tablespoons pesto sauce
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 tablespoons very finely grated parmesan cheese
1/4 cup pine nuts

Steps:

  • Cook the pasta according to the directions on the package.
  • Meanwhile, cut the mozzarella into small cubes and quarter the cherry tomatoes.
  • When the pasta is cooked, drain it and rinse it in cold water until the pasta is cold. Drain it again.
  • Mix the pesto sauce, olive oil and parmesan in with the pasta.
  • In a large serving bowl, mix the pasta with the mozzarella and tomatoes.
  • Sprinkle the pine nuts over the top and serve.

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This salad is a great way to use up leftover pasta.


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This is a great recipe for a light and healthy lunch.


Smith ramsey
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit at parties. The pesto dressing is especially popular.


enerel bayarhuu
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal.


Alexander Garcia
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Wintana Mussie
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I love the combination of flavors in this salad. The tomatoes, mozzarella, and pesto complement each other perfectly.


Ray Sanchez
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This is a great recipe for a light and refreshing summer salad.


Nabil Zafar
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit. The pesto dressing is especially good.


Shaheer Mujtaba
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I added some grilled chicken to this salad and it was delicious! It's a great way to get a healthy and flavorful meal on the table quickly.


Ayesha Hameed
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This salad is a great way to use up summer tomatoes.


Lulo Thongobi
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I'm not a huge fan of pesto, but I really enjoyed this salad. The dressing was light and flavorful, and the tomatoes and mozzarella were fresh and juicy.


Nathan Gray
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I made this salad for a picnic and it was a huge success. Everyone loved the combination of sweet tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and flavorful pesto.


Matthew Parnell
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This salad is so refreshing and flavorful. It's perfect for a light lunch or dinner.


Muhh huuihg
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's a great way to use up leftover tomatoes and mozzarella.


Stella Rose Blair
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I followed the recipe exactly and the salad turned out perfectly. The tomatoes were juicy and flavorful, the mozzarella was creamy and fresh, and the pesto dressing was herbaceous and savory.


Ramesh Pokharel
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This is my new favorite pasta salad recipe. It's so easy to make and the results are always amazing.


Ivana Popovic
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I've made this salad a few times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The pesto dressing is especially delicious.


Glorious Good
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This pasta salad was a hit at my last potluck! Everyone loved the combination of flavors and textures.