Description
This Cheesy Pesto Pasta Salad is a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines fresh ingredients and creamy pesto, making it a perfect choice for busy school days and gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked pasta of your choice
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup spinach
- 1/2 cup pesto
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, cubed
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, cherry tomatoes, spinach, and mozzarella cheese.
- Add the pesto and mix well until all ingredients are coated.
Notes
- Let the salad chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld beautifully.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: salads
- Method: mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (250g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3
- Sodium: 250
- Fat: 15
- Saturated Fat: 5
- Unsaturated Fat: 8
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 45
- Fiber: 4
- Protein: 12
- Cholesterol: 15
Keywords: pasta salad, pesto, cheesy, quick lunch, meal prep