Description
Creamy Caprese Pasta Salad is a refreshing and vibrant dish that perfectly captures the essence of summer. Combining tender pasta with creamy mozzarella, juicy cherry tomatoes, and fragrant basil, this salad is dressed in a light and tangy white balsamic vinaigrette. Ideal for summer picnics, family gatherings, or as a light lunch, it’s a dish that pleases all ages with its delightful flavors and textures.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound small pasta (e.g., fusilli or penne)
- 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 16 ounces mozzarella balls
- 3 cups cherry tomatoes
- 1/2 cup fresh basil
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and let cool.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, vinegar, salt, pepper, and garlic until combined.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooled pasta with mozzarella balls, cherry tomatoes, and basil. Pour the dressing over and toss gently.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 490mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 15mg