Pesto Pasta Salad Recipe

Name: Pesto Pasta Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup Pesto (I'm using pre-made); 1 tbsp Lemon Pepper Seasoning; 1/4 tsp Salt and Pepper; 3 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil; 1 1/2 cup Cheese Ravioli (you may use Tortelini); 1 Romaine Heart; 10 Halved Cherry Tomatoes; 1/2 cup Diced Mozzarella; 3 Basil Leaves; 1/4 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese

Servings: persons

1
Wisk all of the dressing ingredients together in a bowl and set aside.
2
Boil and drain the pasta according to the package instructions.
3
While the pasta is still hot, toss the dressing into the pasta.
4
Let it cool down slightly.
5
Prep your romaine heart and basil.
6
Rinse and dry your romaine, remove the core, and slice.
7
Roughly chop your basil and mix with your romaine.
8
Toss the greens, halved cherry tomatoes, and cheeses into your pasta.
9
The warmth of the pasta will slightly wilt the basil and bring out the scent.
10
...and you're done!
11
You may chill the pasta salad or eat while it's warm!

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 cup Pesto (I'm using pre-made), 1 tbsp Lemon Pepper Seasoning, 1/4 tsp Salt and Pepper, 3 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil, and more.

Yes, Pesto Pasta Salad falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Pesto Pasta Salad

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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