Caprese Pasta Salad
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 484kcal
This Caprese Pasta Salad recipe works for any and all occasions! Filled with juicy cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, fresh basil and simple olive oil balsamic dressing. This is such an easy dish but so delicious.
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Ingredients
- 1 lb short pasta such as campanelle, rotini, orecchiette, cavatappi, etc.
- 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 3/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 1 garlic clove minced
- 12 ounces cherry tomatoes about 2 cups
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 16 ounces fresh mozzarella pearls
- black pepper for garnish
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to pasta instructions. I recommend cooking al dente for pasta salad.
- Slice tomatoes: Meanwhile, slice tomatoes in half and thinly slice the basil (you want about 1/2 cup sliced basil).
- Make dressing: Prepare the simple dressing by whisking together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt and minced garlic.
- Assemble: Once pasta is done, drain, rinse and transfer to a large bowl. Pour on half of the dressing, add sliced tomatoes, mozzarella and basil. Add the remaining dressing and gently toss to coat.
- Serve: Garnish with a little pepper and balsamic glaze; serve and enjoy!
Nutrition
Serving: 1/8 | Calories: 484kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 18g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 30mg | Sodium: 373mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g