Caprese Pasta Salad Recipe
Total Time
30 minutes
Prep Time
15 minutes
Cook Time
15 minutes
Rating
5 out of 5 stars
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Ingredients
6 servings
- 1/2 pound pasta, short varieties like cavatappi, fusilli, penne, bow tie, orechiette, etc.
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, finely minced or pressed
- 1/2-3/4 teaspoon salt, more to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 1/2 cups cherry tomatoes, sliced in half
- 8 ounces fresh mini mozzarella balls, ciliegine are “cherry-sized”, feel free to slice in half
- 1/2 cup fresh basil, torn
- red pepper flakes to taste
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Preparation
Step 1
Start the pasta cooking in salted water (the water should taste like the sea). Cook according to package. Drain, lightly rinse and set aside.
Step 2
In a bowl, whisk together the balsamic vinegar, olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper.
Step 3
Add in pasta, tomatoes, mozzarella, basil, and a sprinkle of red pepper flakes (optional).
Step 4
Let sit 30 minutes for the best flavor (up to 2 hours in the fridge).
Step 5
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