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Caprese Pesto Pasta Salad

This Caprese Pesto Pasta Salad is the perfect side dish to bring to your next summer potluck or backyard bbq party!
Prep Time15 mins
Cook Time10 mins
Total Time25 mins
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Traditional
Servings: 12 as a potluck side
Calories: 391kcal
Author: Nora Rusev

Ingredients

  • 1 pound rotini pasta cooked, drained and rinsed under cold water
  • 1 cup balsamic vinaigrette see note
  • 1/2 cup pesto or to taste
  • 1 pound halved cherry tomatoes
  • 1 pound mini mozzarella balls
  • 1 cup sliced black olives
  • 1/4 cup finely shredded basil

Instructions

  • Combine all ingredients in a large salad bowl. Cover and refrigerate up to overnight, or serve immediately.

Notes

Homemade or store-bought balsamic vinaigrette both work! Click here for my homemade recipe.

Nutrition

Calories: 391kcal | Carbohydrates: 32g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 14mg | Sodium: 305mg | Potassium: 171mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 465IU | Vitamin C: 8.7mg | Calcium: 170mg | Iron: 0.9mg