Caprese Pasta Salad
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Servings: 8
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Calories: 337
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Meal Tags: Lunch, Make-ahead, Salad
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Dietary Tags: Egg-free
Ingredients
- 1 lb dried orecchiette pasta
- 1/2 cup pesto sauce
- 3 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 cup baby bocconcini cheese
- 2 cups halved cherry tomatoes
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
Preparation
Cook the pasta according to the package directions. Drain it in a colander and run it under cold water to stop the cooking process.
Transfer the pasta into a large bowl and toss it with the pesto sauce and balsamic vinegar until it is evenly coated. Add the bocconcini, cherry tomatoes, and basil leaves. Toss gently until the salad is well combined.
Enjoy immediately or store pasta salad in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.