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Caprese Pasta Salad

Name: Caprese Pasta Salad
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 85 min
Ingredients: 1 (16 ounce) package fusilli pasta; 1 cup fresh basil leaves; 0.25 cup grated Parmesan or Romano cheese; 0.25 cup pine nuts, toasted; 2 cloves garlic; 0.25 cup olive oil; 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved; 3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese; 4 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, cut into strips; salt and pepper to taste

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The dynamic trio of fresh basil pesto, mozzarella cheese, and juicy tomato are reunited once again in an American favorite- pasta salad. This light and fresh salad is great for a lunch, a side dish, or even a snack.

Recipe by Pepi-Rainbow

Published on April 2, 2019

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Prep Time:

25 mins

Cook Time:

15 mins

Additional Time:

45 mins

Total Time:

1 hr 25 mins

Servings:

8

Yield:

8 servings

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Ingredients

1 (16 ounce) package fusilli pasta
1 cup fresh basil leaves
¼ cup grated Parmesan or Romano cheese
¼ cup pine nuts, toasted (Optional)
2 cloves garlic
¼ cup olive oil
1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
4 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, cut into strips
salt and pepper to taste

Directions

Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil over high heat. Once the water is boiling, stir in the fusilli, and return to a boil. Cook the pasta uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the pasta has cooked through, but is still firm to the bite, about 12 minutes. Drain.
Place basil, 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, pine nuts, and garlic into a blender or food processor; cover and chop to a coarse paste. Add the olive oil in a slow, steady stream. Continue processing until a soft paste has formed. Set pesto aside.
Combine the cooked pasta, tomatoes, 3 tablespoons Parmesan, mozzarella, and pesto in a large bowl. Season with salt and pepper. Cover bowl, refrigerate to chill for 45 minutes, and serve.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

354	Calories
15g	Fat
44g	Carbs
13g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 354
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 15g	19%
Saturated Fat 4g	22%
Cholesterol 15mg	5%
Sodium 94mg	4%
Total Carbohydrate 44g	16%
Dietary Fiber 3g	9%
Total Sugars 2g
Protein 13g
Vitamin C 8mg	42%
Calcium 155mg	12%
Iron 3mg	14%
Potassium 237mg	5%

* 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.