Description
Caprese Pasta Salad is the ultimate summer dish that combines fresh ingredients for a burst of flavor in every bite. With juicy tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and fragrant basil, this salad is as vibrant as it is delicious. Perfect for picnics, barbecues, or a quick weeknight dinner, this crowd-pleaser is simple to make and sure to impress. Ready in just 30 minutes, you can enjoy the taste of summer all year round!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz short pasta (penne or fusilli)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella balls
- 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Boil the pasta in salted water until al dente. Drain and cool under cold water.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil and balsamic vinegar.
- Halve the cherry tomatoes and tear basil leaves.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooled pasta with tomatoes, mozzarella, basil, salt, pepper, and dressing; toss well.
- If desired, sprinkle with Parmesan cheese before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 270mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 20mg