Classic Caprese Pesto Pasta

Name: Classic Caprese Pesto Pasta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 12 oz (340 g) penne pasta or your choice of short pasta; 1 cup fresh basil pesto (store-bought or homemade); 1½ cups cherry tomatoes, halved; 8 oz (225 g) fresh mozzarella, cut into small cubes or torn into bite-sized pieces; 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil; ¼ tsp salt, or to taste; ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper, or to taste; Fresh basil leaves, for garnish; Optional: 2 tbsp toasted pine nuts for added crunch

A fresh Italian-inspired dish combining aromatic basil pesto, ripe cherry tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and perfectly cooked al dente pasta. This quick and flavorful meal celebrates the vibrant flavors of a traditional Caprese salad, transformed into a comforting pasta dish ideal for any season.

Prep: 15 mins

Cocción: 15 mins

13/8/2025

Añadido por: Aishahiqbal2010

Ingredientes

12 oz (340 g) penne pasta or your choice of short pasta
1 cup fresh basil pesto (store-bought or homemade)
1½ cups cherry tomatoes, halved
8 oz (225 g) fresh mozzarella, cut into small cubes or torn into bite-sized pieces
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
¼ tsp salt, or to taste
¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper, or to taste
Fresh basil leaves, for garnish
Optional: 2 tbsp toasted pine nuts for added crunch

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