Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of summer with this Caprese Pasta Salad Heavenly. This dish transforms the classic Caprese salad into a satisfying pasta medley, balancing simplicity and sophistication. Combining fresh tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, aromatic basil, and al dente pasta, it’s perfect for picnics, potlucks, or a light weeknight dinner. Easy to prepare and visually stunning, this salad is sure to impress your family and friends while providing a nutritious meal option.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz (225 g) short pasta (fusilli or penne recommended)
- 2 cups (300 g) cherry tomatoes, halved
- 8 oz (225 g) fresh mozzarella balls (bocconcini), diced
- 1 cup (30 g) fresh basil leaves, torn
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions in salted water until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a large bowl, combine warm pasta with olive oil.
- Gently fold in cherry tomatoes and mozzarella until evenly distributed.
- Add torn basil leaves to the bowl.
- Drizzle balsamic vinegar over the salad; season with salt and pepper. Toss gently to combine.
- Serve immediately or chill for 30 minutes to enhance flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240 g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 20mg