Description
Creamy Caprese Pasta Salad is a refreshing and vibrant dish that perfectly captures the essence of summer. This delightful salad combines al dente pasta with juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy mozzarella balls, and fragrant fresh basil, all tossed in a rich dressing of olive oil and white balsamic vinegar. Ideal for picnics, barbecues, or as a light dinner option, this pasta salad not only pleases the palate but also makes for a beautiful presentation with its colorful ingredients.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound small pasta (e.g., fusilli, orecchiette)
- 16 ounces mozzarella balls
- 3 cups cherry tomatoes
- 1/2 cup fresh basil
- 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and let cool.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, white balsamic vinegar, salt, pepper, and minced garlic.
- In a large bowl, combine cooled pasta, mozzarella balls, cherry tomatoes, and basil. Pour dressing over the top.
- Gently toss until well coated. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator before serving for enhanced flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 35mg