Description
This fresh and easy Caprese Pasta Salad combines tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil with pasta in a tangy vinaigrette.
Ingredients
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- ¼ cup olive oil
- ¼ cup balsamic vinegar
- 2–3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ pound dried pasta
- 8 ounces mozzarella pearls
- 2 cups grape tomatoes halved
- ¼ cup fresh basil sliced
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare vinaigrette by mixing olive oil, balsamic vinegar, lemon juice, garlic, seasoning, salt, and pepper
- Cook pasta according to package directions then drain and rinse with cold water
- Add pasta, tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil to a large bowl
- Drizzle dressing and toss to combine
- Taste and adjust seasoning
- Serve immediately
Notes
- Use fresh ingredients for best flavor
- Do not overcook pasta
- Add dressing gradually
- Store dressing separately for make-ahead option
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 336
- Sugar: 4
- Sodium: 228
- Fat: 18
- Saturated Fat: 4
- Unsaturated Fat: 8
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 33
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 12
- Cholesterol: 14