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Easy Caprese Pasta Salad with Balsamic Glaze — homemade Caprese pasta salad recipe

Easy Caprese Pasta Salad with Balsamic Glaze

A refreshing and vibrant pasta salad featuring fresh mozzarella, cherry tomatoes, and aromatic basil, finished with a sweet balsamic glaze.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Salad
Cuisine: Italian, Mediterranean
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 8 oz fusilli pasta
  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes halved
  • 8 oz fresh mozzarella pearls
  • 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/4 cup balsamic glaze
  • 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves torn
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tsp sea salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Large Mixing Bowl
  • Small whisking bowl

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente, then drain and rinse under cold water to cool completely.
  2. Combine cooled pasta, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella pearls, and torn basil leaves in a large mixing bowl.
  3. Whisk together olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and pepper in a small bowl to create the dressing.
  4. Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and toss gently until evenly coated.
  5. Transfer the salad to a serving bowl and drizzle generously with balsamic glaze.

Notes

Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 hours before serving for flavors to meld.