Name: Caprese Pasta Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 8 oz rotini or penne pasta; 1 cup ripe cherry tomatoes, halved; 8 oz fresh mozzarella balls; 1 cup fresh basil leaves, torn; 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar; 2 tbsp olive oil; Salt and pepper to taste

Caprese Pasta Salad

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Caprese Pasta Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that brings together the classic flavors of a Caprese salad with the heartiness of pasta.

Author: Alexa
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Yield: Serves 4
Category: Salad
Method: Mixing
Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients

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8 oz rotini or penne pasta
1 cup ripe cherry tomatoes, halved
8 oz fresh mozzarella balls
1 cup fresh basil leaves, torn
2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
2 tbsp olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste

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Instructions

Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
In a large bowl, combine halved cherry tomatoes and torn basil leaves.
Add cooled pasta to the bowl and gently toss to mix.
Fold in mozzarella balls and drizzle with balsamic vinegar and olive oil; season with salt and pepper.
Toss gently until well combined without breaking the mozzarella.
Serve immediately or chill for an hour before serving.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
Calories: 350
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 16g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 40g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 12g
Cholesterol: 30mg

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