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.

Anas Mirza
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover tomatoes.


Layla Johnson
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I love this salad! It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious.


Eder Monroy
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This salad is the perfect summer dish. It's light, refreshing, and packed with flavor.


Dominic Washek
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I've made this salad several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's a great dish to bring to a potluck or party.


Wanyama Jacob
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This salad is so easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Pathan
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I love the combination of flavors in this salad. The tomatoes, mozzarella, and pesto go together perfectly.


MDARIFUIISLAM BOY
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal.


Chupapi Munyenyo
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I made this salad for a picnic and it was a big hit! Everyone loved it.


romeo mesh
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover tomatoes.


Muneeb Ahmad
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I love this salad! It's so refreshing and flavorful.


Abibatu Bangura
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This is my new favorite pasta salad recipe! It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious.


Alhassan Conteh
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I made this salad for a party last weekend, and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the combination of flavors.


Noeescito Hidalgo
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This salad is so easy to make, and it's always a hit. I love that I can use fresh or canned tomatoes.


ARBAZ BIN ZAKI
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I've made this salad several times now, and I always get rave reviews. It's a great dish to bring to a potluck or party.


Thubelihle Zwan
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This is the perfect summer salad. It's light, refreshing, and packed with flavor.


Ramji Mandal
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I made this salad for a picnic and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it.


Rafay Tahir
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This salad is so refreshing and flavorful. I love the combination of tomatoes, mozzarella, and pesto.


NATNAEL ABEBAW
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I've made this pasta salad several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's easy to make and always turns out delicious.


Richard Kuntuo - Asare
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This pasta salad was a hit at my summer potluck! The flavors of the tomatoes, mozzarella, and pesto were perfectly balanced, and the salad was light and refreshing.