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Pesto & Mozzarella Pasta Salad

A great mix of flavors make this pasta salad a standout! It is perfect to pack up for a picnic, take to a potluck or have for lunch. Leave out the chicken for a good side dish or add the chicken in for a main dish. @mostdeliciouslife.com
Prep Time 15 minutes
Chill 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Course easydinner, Lunch, Side Dish
Cuisine American, Italian

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound tri-colored rotini pasta
  • 1 cup fresh mozzarella balls, cut into bite size pieces Or mozzaralla pearls/balls
  • 1 cup grape tomatoes, cut in half
  • 1 cup cucumbers, small slices or diced
  • 1 cup pesto or more, to taste
  • 2 cups chicken, cooked and cut up or shredded **rotisserie chicken works great for this
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Cook noodles according to package directions. Drain and rinse.
  • Add all ingredients to a large bowl and mix well. Salt and pepper to taste.
Keyword italian food, mozarella, pasta, pasta salad, pesto, salad, side dish