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A close-up view of creamy pesto pasta salad featuring rotini pasta, mozzarella pearls, and cherry tomatoes in a bowl.
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Creamy Pesto Pasta Salad with Mozzarella Pearls

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450
A delicious and easy pasta salad featuring fresh mozzarella, cherry tomatoes, and a creamy pesto dressing, perfect for summer gatherings.

Ingredients

Pasta

  • 12 oz rotini pasta

Cheese

  • 1 cup mozzarella pearls

Vegetables

  • 1 1/2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved

Sauce & Dressing

  • 1/2 cup basil pesto
  • 1/3 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves

Instructions 

  • Cook pasta until al dente. Drain and cool.
  • Mix pesto, Greek yogurt, Parmesan, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  • Combine pasta, tomatoes, and mozzarella in a large bowl.
  • Pour dressing over the salad and toss gently.
  • Garnish with fresh basil and Parmesan before serving.

Notes

For extra flavor, chill the salad for 30 minutes before serving.
Calories: 450kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: Pasta