Description
Creamy Caprese Pasta Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish perfect for summer gatherings, picnics, or a quick family dinner. This delightful salad combines al dente pasta with fresh mozzarella, juicy cherry tomatoes, and fragrant basil, all drizzled with a creamy dressing made from extra virgin olive oil and white balsamic vinegar. Not only is it easy to prepare—taking just 23 minutes—but its colorful presentation and delicious flavor make it a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Whether enjoyed as a main course or as a side dish alongside grilled meats, this Creamy Caprese Pasta Salad is sure to impress both family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound small pasta (fusilli, orecchiette, or penne)
- 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 pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- Whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, pepper, and garlic in a mixing bowl.
- In a large bowl, combine cooled pasta, mozzarella balls, cherry tomatoes, and basil.
- Pour dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Chill before serving for optimal flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg