Creamy Pesto Pasta Salad
This unreal pesto pasta salad is the kind of dish that makes you want to eat straight from the bowl. It’s creamy, zesty, loaded with texture, and balanced with fresh veggies and herby goodness. Whether it’s lunch, a BBQ side, or your new meal prep hero—this one’s a keeper!
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 10 mins
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 1x
Ingredients
3 cups cooked rotini pasta (or your fave shape)
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cup fresh mozzarella balls (bocconcini), halved
1 cup shredded rotisserie or grilled chicken
2 big handfuls of arugula (or spinach)
½ cup pesto (store-bought or homemade)
¼ cup Greek yogurt or mayo (for creaminess)
¼ cup grated parmesan
Salt & black pepper to taste
Instructions
Cook Pasta: Boil pasta al dente, drain, rinse under cool water, and set aside.
Mix the Sauce: In a bowl, stir together pesto and Greek yogurt until creamy.
Toss it All Together: In a large bowl, combine pasta, tomatoes, mozzarella, arugula, and chicken. Pour over the pesto sauce and mix until everything’s coated.
Finish with Flavor: Top with grated parmesan, and season with salt and cracked black pepper.
Chill & Serve: Best served slightly chilled or at room temp for max flavor.
Notes
Highlights: High in protein, calcium, and healthy fats
Nutrition
- Calories: 450 kcal
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