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Fresh Caprese Pasta Salad Recipe: The Ultimate Easy Summer Dish | Easy Pasta Salad

Fresh Caprese Pasta Salad Recipe: The Ultimate Easy Summer Dish

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  • Author: mira
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Boiling
  • Cuisine: Italian

Description

A refreshing and vibrant Italian-inspired pasta salad featuring rotini, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella pearls, and a rich balsamic glaze.


Ingredients

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  • 1 lb Rotini pasta
  • 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 8 oz mozzarella pearls
  • 1/2 cup fresh basil, chiffonade
  • 1/4 cup balsamic glaze
  • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Boil rotini in salted water until al dente.
  2. Drain and rinse pasta under cold water.
  3. In a large bowl, combine chilled pasta, cherry tomatoes, and mozzarella pearls.
  4. Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic glaze.
  5. Toss gently to coat all ingredients.
  6. Fold in fresh basil ribbons and season with salt and pepper.