Description
A vibrant caprese pasta salad made with fresh ingredients that captures the essence of summer, perfect for gatherings and celebrations.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces fusilli or rotini pasta
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
- 8 ounces fresh mozzarella balls
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and let cool.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella balls, and basil leaves.
- Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic vinegar.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Toss everything together until well mixed.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
For optimal freshness, dress the salad just before serving and adjust ingredient proportions to taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: caprese pasta salad, summer salad, fresh ingredients, Italian cuisine
