Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Creamy Caprese Pasta Salad, a refreshing dish that effortlessly combines fresh ingredients with creamy goodness. Perfect for summer gatherings, picnics, or light dinners at home, this pasta salad showcases the delightful combination of ripe cherry tomatoes, fresh basil, and creamy mozzarella. With minimal prep and cooking time, it’s not only quick to make but also an impressive addition to any meal. Enjoy it as a main dish or a side that will surely please guests of all ages. Chill it for a while to allow the flavors to meld, and experience a taste of summer in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound small pasta (fusilli, orecchiette, or penne)
- 16 ounces mozzarella balls (ciliegine or pearls)
- 3 cups cherry tomatoes
- 1/2 cup fresh basil (thinly sliced)
- 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente; drain and rinse under cold water.
- While the pasta cooks, halve the cherry tomatoes and slice the basil.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, pepper, and garlic.
- Combine drained pasta with dressing in the bowl; gently fold in mozzarella balls, tomatoes, and basil until well mixed.
- Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving to enhance flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 25mg