This Caprese Pasta Salad is a refreshing and delicious dish that’s perfect for summer gatherings or a quick weeknight meal. Combining the fresh flavors of mozzarella, tomatoes, and basil with pasta makes it both hearty and satisfying.
This Caprese Pasta Salad is a refreshing and delicious dish that’s perfect for summer gatherings or a quick weeknight meal. Combining the fresh flavors of mozzarella, tomatoes, and basil with pasta makes it both hearty and satisfying.
Ingredients
- 200 grams pasta use your preferred type, like penne or rotini
- 250 grams cherry tomatoes halved
- 200 grams fresh mozzarella cubed
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves chopped
- 3 tablespoons olive oil extra virgin
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water to cool.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and black pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and toss until well coated.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 hours for the flavors to meld. Enjoy!
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 15gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 10mg
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