Creamy Caprese Pasta Salad Recipe
This Creamy Caprese Pasta Salad is a delightful twist on the classic Caprese salad, combining tender pasta with creamy mozzarella, juicy cherry tomatoes, and fresh basil, all dressed in a flavorful vinaigrette.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta:
- 1 pound small pasta (e.g., fusilli, orecchiette, or penne)
Salad:
- 16 ounces mozzarella balls (such as ciliegine or pearls)
- 3 cups cherry tomatoes
- 1/2 cup thinly sliced fresh basil
Dressing:
- 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt (plus more for pasta water)
- 1 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
- 1 clove garlic, minced or pressed
Instructions
- Cook Pasta: Boil water, add pasta with salt, cook until al dente, drain, and rinse.
- Prepare Salad: Halve mozzarella, slice tomatoes, combine with cooled pasta and basil.
- Make Dressing: Mix olive oil, balsamic vinegar, garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Toss Salad: Drizzle dressing over salad, toss gently to coat. Let sit for 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
- The salad tastes best when allowed to sit for a while to let the flavors meld.
- Refrigerate leftovers for up to 3 days for easy make-ahead meals.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Caprese Pasta Salad, Pasta Salad, Caprese Salad, Mozzarella, Cherry Tomatoes, Basil
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