Caprese Pasta Salad
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Nutrition balance score
Good
Glycemic Index
49
Low
Nutrition per serving
Calories2424.5 kcal (121%)
Total Fat100.6 g (144%)
Carbs282.2 g (109%)
Sugars29.7 g (33%)
Protein93 g (186%)
Sodium1008.1 mg (50%)
Fiber14.9 g (53%)
% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet
Ingredients
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12 ozpasta
penne, rotini, or bow-tie pasta works well
2 cupscherry tomatoes
halved
8 ozfresh mozzarella balls
bocconcini, halved
¼ cupfresh basil leaves
chopped
¼ cupextra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoonsbalsamic vinegar
salt
to taste
black pepper
to taste
Balsamic glaze
for drizzling
1 clovegarlic
minced for extra flavor
Instructions
Step 1
1. Cook the Pasta:
Step 2
Boil a large pot of salted water. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
Step 3
Drain and rinse the pasta under cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside.
Step 4
2. Prepare the Ingredients:
Step 5
While the pasta cools, halve the cherry tomatoes and mozzarella balls. Chop the fresh basil.
Step 6
3. Make the Dressing:
Step 7
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper. Add the minced garlic if using.
Step 8
4. Combine the Salad:
Step 9
In a large mixing bowl, toss the cooled pasta with the cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, and fresh basil. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
Step 10
5. Garnish and Serve:
Step 11
Transfer the salad to a serving dish and drizzle with balsamic glaze if desired for extra sweetness. Garnish with more fresh basil if you like.
Step 12
6. Serve Immediately:
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