Caprese Pesto Pasta Salad
Ingredients List
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1 ½ cups rotini pasta
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3 tablespoons pesto, or to taste
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1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
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¼ teaspoon salt, or to taste
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¼ teaspoon granulated garlic
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⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
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½ cup halved grape tomatoes
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½ cup small (pearlini) fresh mozzarella balls
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2 leaves fresh basil leaves, finely shredded
Cooking Instructions
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Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the rotini in the boiling water until al dente, approximately 8 minutes. Drain well.
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In a bowl, combine pesto, olive oil, salt, garlic powder, and black pepper. Add the cooked rotini and toss to coat. Gently stir in tomatoes, mozzarella, and fresh basil leaves.
Chef's Tip
For the best flavor, use fresh mozzarella. Avoid brick-style mozzarella, as it won't yield the same results. If pearlini mozzarella isn't available, substitute with cieglini and halve the pieces.
You can use regular rotini pasta, but be aware that the cooking time may vary.
Nutritional Information (per serving)
| 169 | Calories |
| 8g | Fat |
| 17g | Carbs |
| 6g | Protein |
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 6 | |
| Calories 169 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 8g | 11% |
| Saturated Fat 3g | 14% |
| Cholesterol 10mg | 3% |
| Sodium 173mg | 8% |
| Total Carbohydrate 17g | 6% |
| Dietary Fiber 1g | 4% |
| Total Sugars 1g | |
| Protein 6g | 12% |
| Vitamin C 3mg | 3% |
| Calcium 118mg | 9% |
| Iron 1mg | 6% |
| Potassium 99mg | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
Evaluation :
5/5