Go Back
–+ servings
plate of pesto pasta salad.

Pesto Pasta Salad

This fresh and flavorful Pesto Pasta Salad is easy to make and a great use of summer ingredients. perfect for potlucks, cookouts, and gatherings.
5 from 1 vote
Print Recipe Pin Recipe Save
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Main Course, Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 10 people

Ingredients
  

  • 12 ounces rotini pasta (or fusilli)
  • 1 cup pesto (homemade recipe)
  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes (halved)
  • 1 (12-ounce) container baby bocconcini (mozzarella balls; drained)
  • ¼ cup red onion (sliced)

Instructions
 

  • Cook the pasta according to the package directions. Drain well.
  • In a large bowl, toss the drained pasta, pesto, tomatoes, bocconcini, and red onion together. Garnish with freshly cracked black pepper, if desired.
  • Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate for up to 3 days.