Description
This Caprese pasta salad combines pasta, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, basil, and a simple balsamic dressing for a fresh and easy summer meal.
Ingredients
1/2 pound short pasta
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1/4 cup olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 to 3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 1/2 cups cherry tomatoes
8 ounces mini mozzarella balls
1/2 cup fresh basil
Red pepper flakes, optional
Instructions
1. Cook the pasta until al dente.
2. Drain and cool slightly.
3. Whisk together the balsamic vinegar, olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper.
4. Combine the pasta with the tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil.
5. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently.
6. Let the salad rest for 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
Serve the salad the same day for the freshest flavor.
Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Add basil just before serving if making ahead.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boil
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 292
- Sugar: 4.2 g
- Sodium: 391 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 33.3 g
- Fiber: 2.4 g
- Protein: 17.4 g
- Cholesterol: 6.8 mg