Name: Barilla® Rotini Pasta Creamy Tomato Pesto Caprese Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 8
Ingredients: 1 Box Barilla® Rotini Pasta; 1 Jar Barilla® Creamy Tomato Pesto sauce; 1 Tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, divided; 2 Pints multi-color cherry tomatoes, quartered; 1 Pound mozzarella pearls (Perlini); 1 Tablespoon lemon juice; 8 Leaves Basil, Sliced Thin; To taste Salt and black pepper

Barilla^® Rotini Pasta Creamy Tomato Pesto Caprese Salad

30 minutes

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This vibrant pasta salad brings together the creamy richness of Barilla^® Creamy Tomato Pesto with juicy cherry tomatoes, mozzarella pearls, and fresh basil. Made with Barilla Rotini pasta for the perfect bite, it’s a refreshing and satisfying option for picnics, potlucks, or light lunches.

Pasta Salad Recipes

Ingredients

8 servings

1Box Barilla^® Rotini Pasta

1Jar Barilla^® Creamy Tomato Pesto sauce

1Tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, divided

2Pints multi-color cherry tomatoes, quartered

1Pound mozzarella pearls (Perlini)

1Tablespoon lemon juice

8Leaves Basil, Sliced Thin

To tasteSalt and black pepper

Disclaimer

Individuals with allergies or specific dietary concerns should verify that the ingredients they utilize for the recipes comply with their restrictions.

Method

Step 1

Bring a large pot of water to a boil and cook pasta 1 minute less then package directions.

Step 2

Drain well and toss pasta with 1 Tbsp of olive oil and place on a sheet tray to cool down.

Step 3

In a large bowl combine tomatoes and mozzarella. Season with salt and pepper, then set aside.

Step 4

Once the pasta has cooled down completely add pesto sauce, basil, and pasta to the bowl.

Step 5

Gently stirring everything together. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Let it rest for 30 minutes before serving.

Rotini

Rotini (meaning "twists") are two-inch lengths of thick, screw-like pasta from Northern Italy. The shape was inspired by children, since it is fun to eat and pairs well with a wide variety of sauces. Barilla^® Rotini is made with non-GMO ingredients. For more information, please read our position.

Shape

Rotini

Pack size

16oz

Range

Classic Blue Box

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Rotini

Shape

Rotini

Pack size

16oz

Range

Classic Blue Box

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