Easy Pesto Pasta Salad with Rotini, Tomatoes, and Mozzarella
A refreshing pasta salad tossed with vibrant basil pesto, juicy cherry tomatoes, and creamy mozzarella for a light, flavorful dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4–6 servings 1x
Ingredients
12 ounces rotini pasta
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
8 ounces fresh mozzarella balls or cubed mozzarella
1/2 cup basil pesto
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 cup pine nuts, toasted (optional)
1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon lemon juice (optional)
Instructions
12 ounces rotini pasta
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
8 ounces fresh mozzarella balls or cubed mozzarella
1/2 cup basil pesto
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 cup pine nuts, toasted (optional)
1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon lemon juice (optional)
Notes
Use high-quality pesto for best flavor. Short, twisted pasta holds pesto better. Add pine nuts just before serving for crunch.