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This Caprese Pasta Salad is filled with tender noodles, cherry tomatoes, fresh basil, and creamy mozzarella cheese. It's tossed in a white balsamic and pesto dressing, which gives this dish a burst of flavor. Simple, fresh, and full of flavor, this pasta salad is ready in minutes and is perfect for summer!

Caprese Pasta Salad

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This Caprese Pasta Salad is filled with tender noodles, cherry tomatoes, fresh basil, and creamy mozzarella cheese.
Course Main Course, Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine American
Keyword caprese recipe, pasta salad recipe
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 441
Author Gayle

Ingredients

  • 8 ounces cavatappi noodles (or other noodle of choice)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar
  • ½ cup pesto (homemade or store-bought)
  • 1 pint cherry tomatoes , quartered
  • ½ cup chopped fresh basil
  • 8 oz mozzarella pearls
  • Salt and pepper , to taste

Instructions

  • In a large pot, cook pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and immediately rinse under cold water.
  • Pour pasta into a large bowl. Add olive oil, white balsamic vinegar, and pesto. Toss to combine.
  • Add tomatoes, basil, and mozzarella. Stir to combine. Season with salt and pepper, if needed.
  • Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 441kcal | Carbohydrates: 52g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 4mg | Sodium: 168mg | Potassium: 449mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 891IU | Vitamin C: 27mg | Calcium: 84mg | Iron: 2mg