Caprese Pasta Salad Recipe

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Ingredients:

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1 (16 oz) package fusilli pasta
1 cup fresh basil leaves
1/4 cup grated parmesan or romano cheese
1/4 cup pine nuts, toasted (optional)
2 cloves garlic
1/4 cup olive oil
1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
3 tbsp grated parmesan cheese
4 oz fresh mozzarella cheese , cut into strips
salt and pepper to taste

Directions:

Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil over high heat. Once the water is boiling, stir in the fusilli, and return to a boil. Cook the pasta uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the pasta has cooked through, but is still firm to the bite, about 12 minutes. Drain.
Place basil, 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, pine nuts, and garlic into a blender or food processor; cover and chop to a coarse paste. Add the olive oil in a slow, steady stream. Continue processing until a soft paste has formed. Set pesto aside.
Combine the cooked pasta, tomatoes, 3 tablespoons Parmesan, mozzarella, and pesto in a large bowl. Season with salt and pepper. Cover bowl, refrigerate to chill for 45 minutes, and serve.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	152.92 Kcal (640 kJ)
Calories from fat	102.47 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	11.39g	18%
Cholesterol	6.95mg	2%
Sodium	184.64mg	8%
Potassium	146.6mg	3%
Total Carbs	5.84g	2%
Sugars	1.52g	6%
Dietary Fiber	0.94g	4%
Protein	7.89g	16%
Vitamin C	6mg	10%
Iron	0.4mg	2%
Calcium	203.2mg	20%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	204.08 Kcal (854 kJ)
Calories from fat	136.76 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	15.2g	18%
Cholesterol	9.28mg	2%
Sodium	246.41mg	8%
Potassium	195.65mg	3%
Total Carbs	7.79g	2%
Sugars	2.03g	6%
Dietary Fiber	1.25g	4%
Protein	10.53g	16%
Vitamin C	8mg	10%
Iron	0.5mg	2%
Calcium	271.2mg	20%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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