Lunch: Pesto Pasta Salad with Tomatoes and Mozzarella Recipe | MyRecipes

Recipe by David Bonom This Caprese-inspired pasta toss is the ultimate summer main for a busy weeknight, outdoor picnic, or lunch on the go.

This recipe includes fertility superfoods such as:

Lemon, Basil

Health and fertility benefits of Pesto Pasta Salad with Tomatoes and Mozzarella Recipe | MyRecipes

Lemons can help to prevent oxidative damage to the body, which women with PCOS are often susceptible to. Basil is an excellent stress reliever, and has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits.

Ingredients

8 ounces uncooked whole-grain farfalle
2 cups fresh basil leaves
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 teaspoons grated lemon rind
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 garlic clove, peeled
1 cup grape tomatoes, halved
1 cup yellow cherry tomatoes, halved
3 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, cut into 1/2-inch cubes (about 3/4 cup), divided
1 ounce Romano cheese, grated (about 1/4 cup)

Instructions

Cook pasta according to package directions, omitting salt and fat; drain. Place pasta in a large bowl.
Combine basil and next 5 ingredients (through garlic) in the bowl of a food processor; process until smooth. Add basil mixture, tomatoes, and 1. 5 ounces mozzarella to pasta; toss to combine. Top with remaining 1. 5 ounces mozzarella and Romano cheese.

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