Description
Caprese Pasta Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that perfectly captures the essence of summer. Bursting with juicy tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and aromatic basil, this salad offers a delightful combination of flavors and textures. Ideal for gatherings or a cozy night in, it’s an easy-to-make recipe that will impress your guests and elevate any meal. With minimal preparation time and customizable ingredients, this Caprese masterpiece is sure to become a staple in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (penne or fusilli)
- 1 cup fresh mozzarella balls (bocconcini)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente, then drain and rinse under cold water.
- 2. While the pasta cooks, halve the cherry tomatoes and rinse the basil leaves.
- 3. In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, mozzarella, cherry tomatoes, and basil.
- 4. Whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper in a separate bowl; drizzle over salad mixture and toss gently.
- 5. Adjust seasoning if needed before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 25mg