Fresh Pesto Caprese Pasta Salad with Cherry Tomatoes and Mozzarella - cookrisp

Fresh Pesto Caprese Pasta Salad with Cherry Tomatoes and Mozzarella - cookrisp

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Creamy mozzarella, sweet cherry tomatoes and homemade basil pesto combine with al dente pasta for a refreshing Italian-inspired summer dish.

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Ingredients

  • 12 oz short pasta (penne, fusilli, or farfalle)
  • 1 ½ cups cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 8 oz fresh mozzarella balls (bocconcini) or diced mozzarella
  • ¼ cup fresh basil leaves, torn
  • 1 cup fresh basil leaves
  • ⅓ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • ⅓ cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons pine nuts or walnuts
  • 1 clove garlic
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • Juice of ½ a lemon (optional)

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