Description
Delicious Caprese Pasta Salad is a fresh and colorful dish that combines al dente pasta with juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and fragrant basil. Tossed in a zesty olive oil and balsamic dressing, this salad captures the essence of summer in every bite. Perfect for picnics, family gatherings, or a quick weeknight meal, it’s sure to delight your taste buds and brighten your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz short pasta (e.g., fusilli or penne)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella (bocconcini or ciliegine), cubed
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves, roughly chopped
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook pasta in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente (about 8-10 minutes). Drain and rinse under cold water.
- While the pasta cools, halve the cherry tomatoes and cube the mozzarella.
- Whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper in a small bowl to create the dressing.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cooled pasta, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil. Drizzle with dressing and toss gently to coat.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to three days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 20mg