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Mediterranean pasta salad with pesto

Bright and Fresh Mediterranean Pasta Salad with Pesto

A quick and vibrant Mediterranean pasta salad with pesto, combining fresh tomatoes, arugula, and mozzarella, perfect for warm days.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 120 g Farfalle Feel free to swap for your favorite pasta type.
For the Vegetables
  • 100 g Kirschtomaten You can swap them with grape tomatoes.
  • 40 g Getrocknete Tomaten Olives can be another delicious substitution.
  • 2 handfuls Rucola Spinach works well for a milder option.
For the Cheese
  • 1 pack Babymozzarella Feta or a plant-based cheese can be used for variation.
For the Crunch
  • 1 tbsp Pinienkerne Chopped walnuts or sunflower seeds serve as great substitutes.
For the Dressing
  • 1 tbsp Pesto Try different pestos to mix up the flavors.
  • 2 tbsp Weißer Balsamico Apple cider vinegar can be an alternative.
  • Kräutersalz Using regular salt with mixed herbs can work too.

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Colander
  • Mixing bowl
  • small mixing bowl
  • Whisk or fork

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add the farfalle and cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. Wash and halve the cherry tomatoes, slice the sun-dried tomatoes into strips, and rinse the arugula, tearing larger leaves.
  3. In a small mixing bowl, combine the pesto, white balsamic vinegar, and kräutersalz, whisk until smooth.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained farfalle pasta with tomatoes, arugula, and mozzarella, toss gently.
  5. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss until evenly coated.
  6. Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes before serving. Garnish with pine nuts if serving immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This pasta salad is best served cold or at room temperature. Allowing it to sit enhances the flavors.

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