PrintCaprese Pasta Salad
A refreshing cold pasta salad with cherry tomatoes, mozzarella pearls, fresh basil, and balsamic glaze, perfect for potlucks and meal prep.
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 10 min
- Total Time: 55 min
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz pasta (penne or fusilli)
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
- 8 oz mozzarella pearls
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 2 tbsp balsamic glaze
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a large bowl, combine cooled pasta, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella pearls, and basil.
- Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic glaze. Toss gently.
- Season with salt and pepper. Mix well.
- Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Make ahead: Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Add more balsamic glaze just before serving for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Find it online: https://carlacooking.com/caprese-pasta-salad-recipe/