Name: Creamy Caprese Pasta Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 8 min
Total time: 23 min
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 1 pound small pasta (e.g., fusilli, orecchiette, or penne); 16 ounces mozzarella balls; 3 cups cherry tomatoes; 1/2 cup fresh basil; 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil; 3 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; 1 teaspoon black pepper; 1 clove garlic

Creamy Caprese Pasta Salad

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Enjoy a delightful Creamy Caprese Pasta Salad that’s easy to prepare and perfect for meal prep. Try it today for a refreshing twist on dinner!

Author: Eliana
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 8 minutes
Total Time: 23 minutes
Yield: Serves 4
Category: Salad
Method: Boiling
Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients

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

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Instructions

Cook the small pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and reserve some pasta water.
In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, white balsamic vinegar, salt, pepper, and minced garlic.
Add the warm pasta to the dressing and mix well to absorb flavors.
Gently fold in mozzarella balls, cherry tomatoes, and fresh basil.
Adjust seasoning if needed and add reserved pasta water for creaminess. Serve immediately or chill before serving.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (about 210g)
Calories: 350
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 290mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 15g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 11g
Cholesterol: 25mg

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