Description
A simple and fresh pasta salad inspired by the classic Caprese salad.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound pasta
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup fresh mozzarella balls, halved or quartered
- 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, torn or chopped
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and rinse with cold water.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, halved cherry tomatoes, and fresh mozzarella.
- Add the torn or chopped fresh basil.
- Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic glaze.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Toss gently to combine all ingredients.
- Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator before serving.
Notes
- You can use any shape of pasta you like.
- For extra flavor, you can use marinated mozzarella balls.
- Adjust the amount of olive oil and balsamic glaze to your preference.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 25mg