Description
A fresh and vibrant caprese pasta salad topped with balsamic glaze.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup mozzarella balls
- 1/2 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1/4 cup balsamic glaze
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and let cool.
- In a large bowl, combine cooled pasta, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil.
- Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic glaze.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Toss gently to combine all ingredients.
- Serve immediately or chill before serving.
Notes
- Feel free to add grilled chicken for extra protein.
- Use your favorite pasta shape.
- This salad can be made a day in advance.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: caprese pasta salad, balsamic glaze, pasta salad, Italian salad