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Caprese Pasta Salad

Easy Caprese Pasta Salad Recipe for Fresh Summer Flavor

This Caprese Pasta Salad is a refreshing dish combining pasta, tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil, perfect for a summer gathering.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 oz fusilli pasta
  • 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 8 oz fresh mozzarella balls
  • 1 cup fresh basil leaves
  • 3 tbsp balsamic glaze
  • 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Pot
  • Large bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

  1. Cook the pasta in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and cool slightly.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the halved cherry tomatoes, mozzarella balls, and torn basil.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the balsamic glaze and olive oil. Drizzle over the pasta mixture.
  4. Gently toss everything together until well coated. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Serve immediately or chill for later.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 12gFat: 17g

Notes

Caprese Pasta Salad is best enjoyed fresh, and you can customize it by adding different proteins or vegetables.

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