Caprese Pasta Salad
Tender pasta, tangy tomatoes and pungent basil tossed with a balsamic dressing and served cold.
Servings: 6
Calories: 396kcal
Ingredients
- 12 ounces pasta rotini or bowtie work well
- 1 ½ cups cherry tomatoes halved
- 8 ounces fresh mozzarella pearls or cubed mozzarella
- ½ cup fresh basil leaves chopped
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon garlic minced
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente.
- Drain and rinse under cold water to cool completely, then transfer to a large bowl.
- Add the cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, and chopped basil to the cooled pasta.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, garlic, salt, and pepper. Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and toss until evenly coated.
- Cover and chill for at least 20 minutes before serving to let the flavors blend.
- Stir gently before serving and add extra basil if desired.
Nutrition
Calories: 396kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 16g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 30mg | Sodium: 439mg | Potassium: 248mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 544IU | Vitamin C: 9mg | Calcium: 213mg | Iron: 1mg