Description
A refreshing and vibrant Caprese Pasta Salad drizzled with balsamic glaze, perfect for summer gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (your choice)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup fresh mozzarella balls
- 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves
- 1/4 cup balsamic glaze
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and let cool.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella balls, and basil leaves.
- Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic glaze.
- Toss gently to combine and season with salt and pepper.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes to enhance flavors.
Notes
- Feel free to add grilled chicken for extra protein.
- Use gluten-free pasta for a gluten-free option.
- Can be made a day in advance; just add the balsamic glaze before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg