Creamy Caprese Pasta Salad
If you’re searching for a dish that embodies the essence of summer, the Creamy Caprese Pasta Salad is your answer. This delightful salad combines fresh mozzarella, juicy cherry tomatoes, and aromatic basil with small pasta for a refreshing twist on a classic Italian favorite. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this dish is quick to prepare and can even be made ahead of time. Its creamy dressing and vibrant flavors are sure to impress everyone at your table, making it an ideal choice for barbecues or light lunches.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 23 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
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 black pepper
- 1 clove garlic, minced
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package directions in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and let cool.
- In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, white balsamic vinegar, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Add the cooled pasta to the dressing and gently fold in mozzarella balls, cherry tomatoes, and basil until combined.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for about 30 minutes to enhance flavors before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 385
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 430mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
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