Name: Colorful Caprese Pasta Salad
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 8 oz (226g) pasta; 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved; 8 oz (226g) fresh mozzarella, cubed; 1/2 cup fresh basil, chopped; 3 tbsp olive oil; 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar

Colorful Caprese Pasta Salad

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Indulge in the vibrant flavors of a Colorful Caprese Pasta Salad that’s perfect for warm evenings or potlucks.

Author: pedro-brice
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Yield: 4 servings
Category: Salad
Method: Mixing
Cuisine: Italian
Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

8 oz (226g) pasta
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
8 oz (226g) fresh mozzarella, cubed
1/2 cup fresh basil, chopped
3 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp balsamic vinegar

Instructions

Bring a pot of salted water to a boil.
Add the pasta and cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes.
Drain and rinse the pasta under cold water to stop the cooking process.
Chop the cherry tomatoes and mozzarella into bite-sized pieces.
In a large bowl, combine the pasta, tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil.
Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic vinegar.
Toss until everything is evenly coated.
Let the salad sit for a few minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.

Notes

Serve as a main dish or a side. For best results, store the dressing separately until serving.

Find it online: https://www.pedrorecipes.com/colorful-caprese-pasta-salad/