Description
Discover the vibrant flavors of summer with Creamy Caprese Pasta Salad, a delightful dish that perfectly blends fresh ingredients and creamy goodness. This easy-to-make salad features al dente pasta tossed with ripe cherry tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and fragrant basil, all drizzled in a homemade dressing of olive oil and white balsamic vinegar. Perfect for picnics, family gatherings, or quick lunches, this salad is not only delicious but also visually stunning with its array of colors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound small pasta (e.g., fusilli or penne)
- 16 ounces mozzarella balls (ciliegine)
- 3 cups cherry tomatoes
- 1/2 cup fresh basil
- 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 clove garlic
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente; drain and rinse with cold water.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, vinegar, garlic, salt, and pepper.
- In a large bowl, combine the drained pasta with mozzarella balls, cherry tomatoes, and basil.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and mix gently to coat.
- Chill for 10 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 30mg