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Caprese Pasta Salad

Delicious Caprese Pasta Salad Ready in 20 Minutes

This Caprese Pasta Salad is a vibrant, flavorful dish that captures summer in a bowl, ready in just 20 minutes.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 12 oz Farfalle pasta butterfly-shaped pasta
For the Salad
  • 1 pint Cherry tomatoes halved
  • 8 oz Fresh mozzarella balls ciliegine or bocconcini
  • 1 cup Fresh basil leaves torn
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley chopped, optional
For the Dressing
  • 2 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons Balsamic glaze
  • 1 teaspoon Sea salt
  • ½ teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Mixing Bowl
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a roaring boil over high heat. Add farfalle pasta and cook until al dente, typically about 8-10 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process.
  2. While the pasta is cooking, halve the cherry tomatoes and drain the mozzarella balls. Tear or chop the basil leaves and chop the parsley if using.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, add the cooled farfalle pasta, halved cherry tomatoes, drained mozzarella, torn basil, and chopped parsley. Toss gently to combine.
  4. Drizzle the olive oil over the pasta mixture. Season with sea salt and black pepper. Toss gently to combine.
  5. Drizzle balsamic glaze over the salad. Toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Chill for 30 minutes if desired before serving.
  7. Serve immediately or chill. Garnish with additional basil if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 8gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Adjust seasoning to taste before serving. Use the freshest ingredients for the best flavor.

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