Description
Caprese Pasta Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that captures the essence of summer. With tender pasta, juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and fragrant basil, this salad offers a delightful medley of flavors and textures. Drizzled with rich olive oil and balsamic vinegar, it’s perfect for gatherings or a quick meal. Serve chilled or at room temperature for maximum enjoyment.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz penne or fusilli pasta
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella balls (bocconcini or ciliegine)
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves, torn
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a large bowl, combine cooled pasta, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella balls, and torn basil.
- Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic vinegar, then sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- Toss gently to mix all ingredients well.
- Chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before serving for optimal flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg