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Caprese Pasta Salad

Delightful Caprese Pasta Salad – A Fresh Summer Favorite

Caprese Pasta Salad combines fresh ingredients for a vibrant summer dish, perfect for gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Vinaigrette
  • 1/4 cup olive oil or avocado oil for a twist
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar white balsamic works well
  • 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice fresh over bottled preferred
  • 1 clove garlic minced; garlic powder can substitute
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning or individual herbs like oregano
  • to taste kosher salt
  • to taste black pepper
Salad
  • 8 ounces dried pasta such as farfalle or rotini
  • 1 cup mozzarella pearls or cubed mozzarella
  • 1 cup grape tomatoes halved; cherry tomatoes can substitute
  • 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves torn or chopped; fresh parsley can substitute

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • pot
  • jar

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Whisk together the vinaigrette ingredients in a small bowl or jar until well combined.
  2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta for 8-10 minutes, then drain and cool under cold water.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine cooled pasta, halved grape tomatoes, mozzarella pearls, and fresh basil.
  4. Drizzle vinaigrette over the pasta mixture, toss gently to coat, and adjust seasoning as needed.
  5. Refrigerate for 30 minutes to enhance flavors or serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 180mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best flavor, prepare a day in advance and chill to allow flavors to meld. Serve at room temperature.

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