Author Notes
Garlicky pesto and sweet peas team up with mild mozzarella and al dente pasta for a super-quick and super-tasty pasta salad. Leave as-is for a meatless meal or side or add chunks of pre-cooked chicken or shrimp for a meal in a bowl. Change the peas to any small green vegetable you'd like, as well. —Anne Foster Coleman
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Ingredients
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8 ounces
uncooked pasta such as rotini or cavatappi
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8 ounces
mozzarella cut into 1/2" cubes
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8 ounces
prepared pesto
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1 cup
cooked and drained peas
Directions
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Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water until cool. Drain again thoroughly.
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Toss pasta with mozzarella cubes, pesto and peas until well coated and serve immediately or refrigerate, covered, up to 4 hours. If refrigerated longer, you may need more pesto sauce to make up for any soaked up by the cheese and pasta.
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