Easy Pesto Pasta Salad Recipe – Fresh & Flavorful Summer Dish!

Easy Pesto Pasta Salad Recipe – Fresh & Flavorful Summer Dish!

Looking for a refreshing and delicious pasta salad recipe that’s perfect for summer? This easy pesto pasta salad is packed with juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumber, olives, and creamy mozzarella. Tossed in flavorful green pesto and a hint of lemon, this cold pasta salad is perfect for picnics, meal prep, or a light dinner.

🍽️ Ingredients (3 servings)
Pasta & Main Ingredients:
🍝 200g fusilli pasta
🍅 150g cherry tomatoes
🥒 1 fresh cucumber
🧅 1 red onion
🧀 125g mozzarella cheese
🫒 75g olives (or black olives)
🌿 3 sprigs fresh parsley

Dressing & Seasonings:

🧈 20g butter
🌿 5 tbsp pesto (store-bought or homemade)
🍋 1 tbsp lemon juice
🧂 Salt & pepper to taste
🌿 1 tsp dried basil

👩‍🍳 Step-by-Step Recipe
⏱️ Timestamps
0:00 – Intro & why this salad is a must-try!
0:14 – How to cook pasta al dente
0:50 – Toss the pasta with pesto sauce
1:05 – Cut the vegetables and cheese
3:33 – Add the sauces and spices
3:53 – Mix the salad
4:05 – Serve it on a plate – enjoy your meal!

🔥 Cooking Method
1. Cook pasta in salted water for 8-9 mins, rinse under cold water, and toss with pesto.
2. Prep veggies: Halve cherry tomatoes, slice cucumber, red onion, and olives.
3. Assemble: Mix pasta, veggies, mozzarella, lemon juice, dried basil, and extra pesto.
4. Season with salt & pepper, then chill for 30-60 mins (trust us, it’s worth it!).

🍽️ Serving Ideas
✨ Perfect for picnics, BBQs, or a quick lunch!
✨ Pair with grilled chicken, fish, or enjoy as a light vegetarian meal.
✨ Garnish with fresh parsley or extra parmesan.

🔥 Pro Tips
✔ Use cold water rinse to stop cooking and keep pasta firm.
✔ Let it marinate in the fridge—flavors intensify!
✔ Add grilled shrimp or avocado for extra protein & creaminess.

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