Name: Pesto pasta salad recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 8
Cuisine: italian
Ingredients: 500g farfalle pasta (bowtie pasta); 190g jar basil pesto; 60ml (¼ cup) white balsamic; 130g tub mixed olives, drained; 1 small red onion, cut into rings; 250.00 ml fresh basil leaves; 250g cherry tomatoes, halved; 220g tub cherry bocconcini, drained; 1 avocado, chopped

by Amira Georgy Last updated on 11/13/2023

This flavour-packed salad is perfect for when you need a dead-easy salad to feed a crowd. Ready in under 30 minutes and made using ingredients you can easily find in your supermarket, this herby pasta dish will be perfect to serve at your next barbecue or family gathering. - Amira Georgy

Ingredients

500g farfalle pasta (bowtie pasta)
190g jar basil pesto
60ml (¼ cup) white balsamic
130g tub mixed olives, drained
1 small red onion, cut into rings
1 cup fresh basil leaves
250g cherry tomatoes, halved
220g tub cherry bocconcini, drained
1 avocado, chopped

Method

Step 1

Cook the pasta in a large saucepan of lightly salted boiling water following packet directions or until al dente. Drain. Refresh under cold running water. Drain well.
Step 2

Combine pesto and balsamic in a large bowl. Season. Add pasta, olives, onion, basil, tomato, bocconcini and avocado, then toss to combine. Season and serve.