The Ultimate Creamy Pesto Pasta SaladVeg
Elevate your meal with this vibrant Pesto Pasta Salad, the perfect balance of fresh, herbaceous flavors and satisfying textures. The secret to this crowd-pleasing dish lies in a touch of mayo, which adds a subtle creaminess and ensures the pasta stays moist and flavorful even as a leftover. Whether you are hosting a summer barbecue or need a quick, delicious side dish for the week, this recipe delivers restaurant-quality results every time. Enjoy the ultimate fresh and easy salad!
Ingredients
2 cups Tomato (sliced)
1 cup Mozzarella Cheese
1 tbsp Mayonnaise
Prepare pesto 1 cup
1 pound Pasta
Fresh basil 1 handful , ( chopped)
Instructions
1
Slice two cups of grape tomatoes and chop a handful of fresh basil. Drain a container of fresh mozzarella balls.
2
In a large salad bowl, combine one heaping tablespoon of mayonnaise and one cup of prepared basil pesto. Whisk the mixture together until well combined; the mayonnaise helps the pesto cling to the pasta better
3
Add one pound of cooked short pasta to the bowl. Toss in the sliced tomatoes, chopped basil, and drained mozzarella balls.
4
Toss everything together until the pasta is evenly coated with the pesto-mayo mixture.
5
You can enjoy the salad immediately, or cover and refrigerate it for a couple of hours if you prefer to serve it chilled.
