Caprese Pasta Salad: The Best Easy Recipe for Summer Gatherings
A refreshing Caprese Pasta Salad perfect for summer gatherings, combining fresh ingredients for a delightful taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces pasta
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup 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; drain and let cool.
- In a large bowl, combine pasta, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and toss to combine.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve.
Notes
- For best flavor, let the salad sit for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Add grilled chicken for extra protein.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Caprese Pasta Salad