Description
A delightful dish that combines the freshness of Caprese salad with the comfort of pasta. Perfect for warm weather gatherings and potlucks.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound small pasta (e.g., fusilli, orecchiette)
- 16 ounces mozzarella balls
- 3 cups cherry tomatoes
- 1/2 cup fresh basil
- 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 clove garlic
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente, then drain and cool it under cold water.
- Whisk together the olive oil, white balsamic vinegar, salt, pepper, and minced garlic in a mixing bowl.
- Add the cooled pasta to the dressing and fold in the mozzarella balls, cherry tomatoes, and basil until evenly coated.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor, and consider adding sour cream or Greek yogurt for extra creaminess.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 25mg