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Caprese Pasta Salad

Close-up of a Caprese pasta salad featuring rotini pasta, halved cherry tomatoes, fresh mozzarella balls, and basil leaves.
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A fresh and flavorful pasta salad featuring tomatoes, mozzarella, basil, and a balsamic vinaigrette. Perfect for make-ahead meals, potlucks, or picnics.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound pasta (rotini, fusilli, or penne recommended)
  • 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 8 ounces fresh mozzarella balls, halved or quartered
  • 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, cherry tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and chopped basil.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
  4. Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and toss gently to combine.
  5. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

Notes

  • To keep the pasta salad moist, add a little extra olive oil or balsamic vinegar just before serving if needed.
  • Using pasta shapes with nooks and crannies, like rotini or fusilli, helps the dressing cling to the pasta.
  • This salad can be made up to 24 hours in advance.

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