Caprese Pasta Salad with Balsamic Glaze
A vibrant and tasty Caprese Pasta Salad that combines fresh flavors and hearty ingredients, perfect for potlucks and picnics.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces Fusilli or Penne pasta
- 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes, halved
- 8 ounces Mozzarella Balls (bocconcini)
- 1 cup Fresh Basil Leaves, torn
- 2 tablespoons Balsamic Glaze
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
- Salt and Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
- Add the pasta and cook until al dente (8-10 minutes).
- Reserve ½ cup of pasta water before draining.
- Wash and halve the cherry tomatoes.
- Slice larger mozzarella balls in half.
- Combine the cooked pasta, cherry tomatoes, and mozzarella in a large bowl.
- Tear the basil leaves and toss them in.
- Drizzle olive oil and balsamic glaze over the salad.
- Sprinkle with salt and pepper, then mix gently.
- Adjust consistency with reserved pasta water if needed.
- Taste and modify seasoning as desired.
Notes
Letting the salad marinate in the fridge enhances the flavors. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Caprese, Pasta Salad, Balsamic Glaze, Italian Salad, Summer Salad