Pesto Pasta Salad
A fresh and flavorful Pesto Pasta Salad combining al dente pasta with vibrant basil pesto, cherry tomatoes, and a touch of Parmesan for a perfect light meal or side dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz rotini or pasta of choice
- 1/2 cup basil pesto
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup pine nuts, toasted
- 2 cups fresh spinach, roughly chopped
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta and basil pesto. Toss until the pasta is evenly coated.
- Add cherry tomatoes, grated Parmesan, toasted pine nuts, and chopped spinach to the pasta mixture.
- Drizzle olive oil over the salad, then season with salt and pepper to taste. Toss gently to combine.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
Notes
For extra freshness, add a squeeze of lemon juice before serving or include sliced fresh mozzarella balls for creaminess.
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