Caprese Tortellini Salad Recipe

20 oz tortellini10 oz of grape tomatoes7 oz of Ciliegine, or cherry-sized fresh mozzarella balls (or 7 oz of fresh mozz cut into bite-sized pieces)1 bunch fresh basil leaves3 tbsp. basil pesto1/2 lemonExtra virgin olive oil

20 oz tortellini
10 oz of grape tomatoes
7 oz of Ciliegine, or cherry-sized fresh mozzarella balls (or 7 oz of fresh mozz cut into bite-sized pieces)
1 bunch fresh basil leaves
3 tbsp. basil pesto
1/2 lemon
Extra virgin olive oil

- Cook the tortellini according to package instructions. Rinse in cold water until cool and set aside.

- Slice grape tomatoes into halves and fresh basil into ribbons. If using Ciliegine, slice into halves; otherwise, cut fresh mozz into bite-sized pieces.

- To make the dressing: stir together 3 tablespoons of pesto, the juice of 1/2 a lemon, and a healthy glug of olive oil until well-combined.

- Combine the tortellini, tomatoes, basil, and mozzarella in a large bowl and toss with the dressing. Serve chilled or at room temp. Enjoy!