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Caprese Balsamic Pasta Salad
My Caprese Balsamic Pasta Salad is bursting with fresh flavor from juicy grape tomatoes, fragrant basil, and creamy mozzarella pearls. It’s a foolproof, make-ahead-friendly recipe that’s perfect for BBQs, potlucks, or easy summer dinners. It celebrates the classic Caprese trio – ripe tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and aromatic basil – which are inherently delicious and refreshing, especially in warmer weather.
Ingredients
Dressing
Instructions
- Step 1
First, cook the pasta in salted water to al dente according to the package directions. Drain and rinse with cold water to cool the pasta.
- Step 2
In a medium size bowl whisk together the olive oil, minced garlic and balsamic vinegar. Set aside.
- Step 3
Half or quarter the grape tomatoes into bite size pieces.
- Step 4
Chop the basil into small pieces.
- Step 5
Place the cooked pasta in an extra large mixing bowl.
- Step 6
Add in the chopped tomatoes and basil, stir gently.
- Step 7
Next add in the mozzarella and parmesan cheese and stir to evenly distribute.
- Step 8
Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and stir until everything is evenly coated.
- Step 9
Taste test and add salt to taste.
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