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Caprese Pasta Salad

Caprese Pasta Salad: 5 Steps to Flavorful Bliss

  • Author: Lisa
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Tossing
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A fresh and tasty Caprese Pasta Salad with tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 8 oz pasta
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup mozzarella balls
  • 1/2 cup fresh basil, chopped
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and cool.
  2. In a large bowl, combine pasta, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil and balsamic vinegar.
  4. Pour dressing over salad and toss to combine.
  5. Season with salt and pepper.
  6. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Notes

  • Feel free to add grilled chicken for extra protein.
  • Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 300
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 10g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg

Keywords: Caprese Pasta Salad