Caprese Pesto Pasta Salad

A delicious and easy pasta salad that combines the classic Caprese flavors of juicy tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and basil with a vibrant pesto sauce.

Ingredients

• 8 oz (225g) penne pasta
• 1/2 cup (120g) basil pesto
• 1 cup (150g) cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 cup (150g) fresh mozzarella balls
• 1/4 cup (10g) fresh basil leaves, torn
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Cook the penne pasta in a large pot of salted water according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large mixing bowl, add the cooked pasta.
3. Add the basil pesto and toss until the pasta is evenly coated.
4. Gently fold in the halved cherry tomatoes and mozzarella balls.
5. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Sprinkle with torn fresh basil leaves before serving.

Enjoy!