Description
A vibrant and refreshing salad featuring al dente pasta, juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and aromatic basil, drizzled with olive oil and balsamic glaze.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (penne or rotini)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup fresh mozzarella balls, halved
- 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add the pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain using a colander and let it cool completely.
- Combine ingredients: In a spacious mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta, halved cherry tomatoes, halved mozzarella balls, and fresh basil.
- Dress the salad: Drizzle the olive oil and balsamic glaze over the mixture.
- Toss gently: Using a large spoon, toss everything together until well-coated. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve: Enjoy your Caprese Pasta Salad chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
Make ahead for best flavor; store covered in the refrigerator. For added flavor, try roasting the tomatoes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg