Description
A vibrant mix of pasta, creamy mozzarella, fresh basil, and sweet cherry tomatoes, all drizzled with olive oil and balsamic vinegar.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (e.g., rotini or penne)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup fresh mozzarella balls, halved
- 1/2 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Fill a large pot with water, add salt, and bring to a boil. Add pasta, cooking until al dente (8-10 minutes). Drain and cool.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix cooled pasta, halved cherry tomatoes, mozzarella balls, and chopped basil.
- Whisk the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk olive oil and balsamic vinegar until emulsified.
- Dress the Salad: Pour dressing over the pasta salad and toss gently.
- Season: Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Serve and Enjoy: Chill for 30 minutes or serve at room temperature.
Notes
Make ahead for enhanced flavors. Consider adding grilled chicken or shrimp for more protein.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg