A light sprinkling of salt on the salad just before eating brings out the tomato juices, which taste delicious with the sweet milky cheese and fragrant basil.

Layered Caprese Pint-Jar Salad

Cook pasta according to package directions; rinse and drain; set aside.

For pesto dressing, in a food processor combine basil, garlic, walnuts and Parmesan cheese. Cover and pulse until combined. Slowly add oil. Cover and process until thoroughly combined.

Divide pesto between 2 jars. Top with mozzarella slices, red and yellow cherry tomatoes, pasta, spinach and basil ribbons. Cover and chill.

To serve, empty contents onto a plate, tossing to combine. Season with salt to taste.