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Easy Pesto Pasta Salad

This Easy Pesto Pasta Salad is made with rotini, mozzarella, tomatoes, olives, and pesto. A quick 20-minute side dish perfect for BBQs, potlucks, and summer meals.
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Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 8
Calories: 523kcal
Author: Braghan

Ingredients

  • 1 pound rotini pasta
  • 1 pint cherry tomatoes halved
  • 2.25 ounces black olives sliced and drained
  • 16 ounces fresh mozzarella cut into 1" pieces or use pearl balls
  • 1 cup pesto
  • salt to taste

Instructions

  • Cook pasta according to directions until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water. Place in large bowl.
  • Add tomatoes, mozzarella, olives, and pesto to the bowl. Mix all together until combined. Add pinch of salt if necessary.
  • Serve immediately or chill until ready to serve.

Notes

Storage options:
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 8g | Calories: 523kcal | Carbohydrates: 49g | Protein: 22g | Fat: 26g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 47mg | Sodium: 780mg | Potassium: 302mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 1329IU | Vitamin C: 13mg | Calcium: 359mg | Iron: 2mg
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