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Caprese Pasta Salad Recipe is a simple yet flavorful side dish. This pasta salad is filled with mozzarella, tomatoes and basil. Tossed with an Italian oil dressing and topped with balsamic glaze.

Caprese Pasta Salad

Caprese Pasta Salad Recipe is a simple yet flavorful side dish. This pasta salad is filled with mozzarella, tomatoes and basil. Tossed with an Italian oil dressing and topped with balsamic glaze.
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Cuisine: American
Keyword: caprese pasta salad
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Total Time: 22 minutes
Servings: 8
Calories: 203kcal
Author: Nicole Harris

Equipment

Ingredients

Pasta Salad

  • 8 ounces Radiatore Pasta (cooked according to package instructions, drained & cooled)
  • 12 ounces Cherry Tomatoes (halved)
  • 8 ounces Fresh Small Mozzarella Balls aka ciliegine, (drained)
  • 10 Large Basil Leaves (cut into ribbons)
  • Salt/Pepper (to taste)

Dressing

  • 1/4 Cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon Dried Italian Seasoning
  • 1 Garlic Clove (grated)
  • Pinch Salt/Pepper
  • Small Pinch White Sugar

Balsamic Reduction

Instructions

  • Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and let pasta cool completely.
  • While pasta is cooling, mix all dressing ingredients and let sit.
  • In large bowl, combine tomatoes, mozzarella, basil, salt/pepper and cooled pasta. If not serving immediately wait to cut and add the basil until just before serving to prevent darkening.
  • Toss pasta salad with dressing until evenly coated.
  • Serve with a drizzle of balsamic reduction.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 203kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 22mg | Sodium: 181mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g
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