Description
Creamy Caprese Pasta Salad is a delightful and refreshing dish that perfectly encapsulates the flavors of summer. This vibrant salad features al dente pasta tossed with creamy mozzarella, juicy cherry tomatoes, and fragrant fresh basil, all coated in a tangy dressing made from extra virgin olive oil and white balsamic vinegar. Ideal for potlucks, barbecues, or a light lunch, this salad is not only delicious but also incredibly easy to prepare. With just 15 minutes of prep time, you can create a colorful dish that will impress your guests while keeping meal prep simple. Enjoy it chilled for the best flavor experience!
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
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
Instructions
- Cook 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 the dressing over the salad.
- Toss gently until everything is well coated. Chill before serving for enhanced flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg