Pesto Caprese Pasta Salad: A Fresh Twist with Turkey Bacon
A vibrant and delicious Pesto Caprese Pasta Salad featuring the savory flavors of turkey bacon.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook/Quick
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces pasta
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup fresh mozzarella balls
- 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves
- 1/2 cup pesto sauce
- 4 slices turkey bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1/4 cup balsamic glaze
Instructions
- Cook pasta per package instructions; drain and cool.
- In a large bowl, combine pasta, tomatoes, mozzarella, basil, and pesto.
- Toss gently to combine.
- Top with crumbled turkey bacon and drizzle with balsamic glaze.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
- For a vegetarian option, omit the turkey bacon.
- Add more vegetables for extra crunch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: Pesto Caprese Pasta Salad, Turkey Bacon, Salad Recipe