Name: Creamy Caprese Pasta Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 1 pound small pasta (e.g., fusilli, orecchiette, penne); 16 ounces mozzarella balls (ciliegine or pearls); 3 cups cherry tomatoes; 1/2 cup fresh basil, thinly sliced; 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil; 3 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; 1 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground; 1 clove garlic, minced

Creamy Caprese Pasta Salad

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Dive into creamy goodness with our Creamy Caprese Pasta Salad recipe that’s bursting with flavor—perfect for any occasion! Give it a try today!

Author: Abella
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Yield: Serves 6
Category: Salad
Method: Mixing
Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients

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1 pound small pasta (e.g., fusilli, orecchiette, penne)
16 ounces mozzarella balls (ciliegine or pearls)
3 cups cherry tomatoes
1/2 cup fresh basil, thinly sliced
1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
1 clove garlic, minced

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Instructions

Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Add pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and cool slightly.
In a mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, white balsamic vinegar, garlic, salt, and pepper until emulsified.
In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, mozzarella balls, halved cherry tomatoes, and dressing. Toss gently to coat.
Fold in fresh basil just before serving. Chill for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
Calories: 320
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 450mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 16g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 28g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 10g
Cholesterol: 25mg

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