Pasta Pesto Salad Recipe

The pasta pesto salad recipe is just the health food that you need for a fit body and alert mind. This Italian salad is yumm…. The wonderful combination of pasta and vegetables is absolutely divine. Try it and do let me know how it turned out for you.
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Summary

Preparation Time20 MinCooking Time1 Hr 15 Min
Ready In1 Hr 35 MinDifficulty LevelMedium
Health IndexHealthyServings6
CuisineItalianCourseSide Dish
TasteSweetFeelSmooth
SpecialityWeddingVegetarianVegetarian
Main IngredientVegetableInterest GroupHealthy

Ingredients

 
4 ounces (1 1/2 cups) uncooked dried tri-color rotini pasta
 
1 cup cherry tomato halves
 
1/2 cup thinly sliced carrot
 
1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion, cut in half
 
1/2 cup green bell pepper strips
 
1/2 cup red bell pepper strips
 
1/2 pound (1/2-inch thick) slice Alpine Lace Deli Reduced Fat Mozzarella Cheese, cubed 1/2-inch
 
1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil leaves
 
1/3 cup fat free Italian salad dressing
 
6 leaves leaf lettuce, if desired

Directions

Cook pasta according to package directions. Rinse with cold water. Drain.

Meanwhile, combine all remaining ingredients except dressing and lettuce in large bowl. Add cooked pasta and dressing; toss to coat well. Cover; refrigerate at least 1 hour. Serve on lettuce, if desired.

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