Caprese Pasta Salad

Caprese Pasta Salad
  • 1 (16 ounce) package fusilli pasta
  • 1 cup fresh basil leaves
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan or Romano cheese
  • 1/4 cup pine nuts, toasted (optional)
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
  • 4 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, cut into strips
  • salt and pepper to taste


  1. Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil over high heat. Once the water is boiling, stir in the fusilli, and return to a boil. Cook the pasta uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the pasta has cooked through, but is still firm to the bite, about 12 minutes. Drain.
  2. Place basil, 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, pine nuts, and garlic into a blender or food processor; cover and chop to a coarse paste. Add the olive oil in a slow, steady stream. Continue processing until a soft paste has formed. Set pesto aside.
  3. Combine the cooked pasta, tomatoes, 3 tablespoons Parmesan, mozzarella, and pesto in a large bowl. Season with salt and pepper. Cover bowl, refrigerate to chill for 45 minutes, and serve.

04/26/2018
Caprese Pasta Salad, recipe PT15M PT1H 5 455 calories

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