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Pesto Caprese Macaroni Pasta Salad — homemade pesto caprese macaroni pasta salad recipe

Pesto Caprese Macaroni Pasta Salad

A fresh and vibrant pasta salad combining creamy mozzarella, sweet cherry tomatoes, and aromatic basil pesto.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: Italian, Mediterranean
Calories: 340
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups elbow macaroni 340g
  • 1 cup fresh basil pesto 240ml
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved, 150g
  • 1 cup mini mozzarella pearls 115g
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 30ml

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Colander
  • Large Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Boil the macaroni in salted water until al dente, then drain and rinse with cold water.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, toss the cooled macaroni with the basil pesto until evenly coated.
  3. Gently fold in the halved cherry tomatoes and mozzarella pearls.
  4. Drizzle with extra virgin olive oil for added richness.
  5. Chill for 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

Notes

Best served chilled. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.