The BEST Pasta Salad You Will Ever Make (quick & easy!)

INGREDIENTS

16 oz

box of pasta ((I use bowtie))

8 oz

mozzarella cheese (cut into small pieces)

1 pint

cherry tomatoes ((cut into 1/4 inch slices))

1/4 cup

basil pesto ((store-bought))

1/4 cup

extra virgin olive oil

2 tbsp

balsamic vinegar

1 tsp

garlic powder

1 tsp

salt

1 tsp

black pepper

fresh or dried basil to garnish ((optional))