Pesto Pasta Salad

June 7, 2023

Serves: 4

Prep Time:  10 Minutes

Cook Time:  20 Minutes

Nutrition:   501cal, 17g fat, 67g carbohydrate, 19g protein


Ingredients:

11 oz. (320g) whole wheat pasta

13 oz. (360g) roasted peppers, drained, sliced

6 tbsp. basil pesto

1 mozzarella ball, chopped (125g)

4 oz. (120g) arugula

Salt substitute & pepper


How to Prepare:

  1. Cook the pasta according to the instructions on the packaging. Once cooked, drain and rinse under cold running water until cooled.
  2. In a large bowl, toss the pasta and the remaining ingredients together until combined. Season to taste with salt substitute and pepper and serve immediately. Alternatively, place in a sealed container and refrigerate for up to 3 days.

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