Strawberry Basil Pasta Salad Recipe

Name: Strawberry Basil Pasta Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 packages 10 Oz. Packages Store Bought Refrigerated Pesto Tortellini; 1 Tablespoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil; 1/2 teaspoons Salt; 2 cups Fresh Strawberries, Hulled And Cut In Half If Large In Size; 12 whole Mini Mozzarella Balls; 10 leaves Basil, Sliced Thin; 1/4 cups Candied Walnuts, Diced Small; 1/4 cups Balsamic Vinegar; 1 teaspoon Garlic, Minced; 1 teaspoon Dijon Mustard; 2 Tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Servings: persons

2 packages 10 Oz. Packages Store Bought Refrigerated Pesto Tortellini
1 Tablespoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil
1/2 teaspoons Salt
2 cups Fresh Strawberries, Hulled And Cut In Half If Large In Size
12 whole Mini Mozzarella Balls
10 leaves Basil, Sliced Thin
1/4 cups Candied Walnuts, Diced Small
1/4 cups Balsamic Vinegar
1 teaspoon Garlic, Minced
1 teaspoon Dijon Mustard
2 Tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil

1
Cook tortellini according to directions on package.
2
Drain it then pour it into a large bowl.
3
Add the olive oil and salt; mix well.
4
Let the pasta cool.
5
Once pasta is cooled; add strawberries, mozzarella balls and basil leaves; mix well.
6
In a small bowl add balsamic vinegar, garlic, mustard and olive oil and whisk until combined.
7
Pour over pasta salad; mix well.
8
Top salad with candied walnuts and serve.
9
If making in advance refrigerate it and pour dressing over salad and add walnuts just before serving.

1072

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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

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 packages 10 Oz. Packages Store Bought Refrigerated Pesto Tortellini, 1 Tablespoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil, 1/2 teaspoons Salt, 2 cups Fresh Strawberries, Hulled And Cut In Half If Large In Size, and more.

Yes, Strawberry Basil 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!

Strawberry Basil Pasta Salad

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Variations & substitutions

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