Description
A refreshing and vibrant pasta salad featuring fresh tomatoes, mozzarella, basil, and a drizzle of balsamic glaze, perfect for summer gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces of pasta (fusilli or penne recommended)
- 2 cups of cherry tomatoes, halved
- 8 ounces of fresh mozzarella balls, halved
- 1 cup of fresh basil leaves, torn
- 1/4 cup of extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons of balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Balsamic glaze for drizzling
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella balls, and torn basil leaves.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and toss gently to combine.
- Drizzle with balsamic glaze before serving.
- Serve cold or at room temperature.
Notes
- Feel free to add other ingredients such as avocado or arugula for extra flavor.
- This salad can be made a few hours ahead of time; just keep it refrigerated until serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3
- Sodium: 200
- Fat: 20
- Saturated Fat: 5
- Unsaturated Fat: 15
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 28
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 10
- Cholesterol: 20
Keywords: Summer Tomato Caprese Pasta Salad, Caprese Pasta Salad, Pasta Salad Recipe, Summer Salad, Italian Pasta Salad