Tomato Mozzarella And Pesto Salad Recipes

TOMATO AND MOZZARELLA PESTO PASTA SALAD

Steps:

• Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and add to a large bowl. Note - If you don't want the mozzarella in step two to melt at all and want it to remain intact in balls, wait about 10 minutes for the pasta to cool a bit before proceeding.
• Add the cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, pesto, and stir to combine and coat evenly.
• Add the Parmesan, pepper, and stir to combine and coat evenly. Taste and if desired, add salt but I did not find it necessary.
• Optionally garnish with basil and serve immediately if desired or chill before serving.

TOMATO, MOZZARELLA AND PESTO SALAD

Steps:

• With a food processor running, drop the garlic through the feed tube and process until minced. Turn off the processor, add the pine nuts, and pulse a few times to chop. Add the basil and pulse a few times to chop coarsely. Then, with the processor running, add the oil through the feed tube in a slow, steady stream and process until a smooth, moderately thick paste forms, stopping to scrape down the bowl as needed. Transfer to a bowl and stir in the Parmesan. Season to taste with salt and pepper and lemon.
• In a bowl, whisk together 3 Tbs. pesto and vinegar (you might want more pesto). Whisking constantly, slowly add the oil until emulsified. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
• Slice the tomatoes and mozzarella balls in half, add to the bowl, and toss gently. Season with salt and pepper and mound on a serving platter. Serve at once.

TOMATO, MOZZARELLA AND PESTO PASTA SALAD

Steps:

• Cook the pasta according to the directions on the package.
• Meanwhile, cut the mozzarella into small cubes and quarter the cherry tomatoes.
• When the pasta is cooked, drain it and rinse it in cold water until the pasta is cold. Drain it again.
• Mix the pesto sauce, olive oil and parmesan in with the pasta.
• In a large serving bowl, mix the pasta with the mozzarella and tomatoes.
• Sprinkle the pine nuts over the top and serve.