Description
8 oz pasta (rotini, penne, or bowtie)
½ cup basil pesto
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
½ cup mozzarella pearls or cubed fresh mozzarella
¼ cup black olives, sliced
¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons pine nuts (optional)
1 tablespoon olive oil
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
Fresh basil leaves (for garnish)
Directions:
Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool.
In a large mixing bowl, toss the pasta with basil pesto and olive oil until well coated.
Add the cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, black olives, red onion, Parmesan cheese, and pine nuts (if using).
Season with salt and black pepper, then toss everything together.
Garnish with fresh basil leaves and serve chilled or at room temperature.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Kcal: 350 kcal per serving
Servings: 4
