Description
A vibrant pasta salad combining fresh basil, cherry tomatoes, and creamy mozzarella for a refreshing dish perfect for warm evenings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces pasta (e.g., rotini or farfalle)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 8 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, diced
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and let cool.
- Combine cooked pasta, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella cheese, and basil in a large bowl.
- Whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
- Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and toss gently to combine.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
Notes
Cool the pasta completely before mixing for the best texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg