Caprese Pasta Salad with Mozzarella
Fresh tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and basil in a light balsamic dressing tossed with penne for an elegant vegetarian prep salad.
25minutes
4servings
400calories
14gprotein
$2.70per serving
Ingredients (serves 4)
- 3 cups penne pasta
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes
- 1.5 cups fresh mozzarella
- 1/3 cup basil
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic
- salt
- black pepper
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Save this recipeInstructions
- 1
Cook penne according to package directions. Drain, rinse with cold water, and set aside.
- 2
Halve cherry tomatoes. Cut fresh mozzarella into 1/2-inch cubes. Tear basil into small pieces.
- 3
Mince garlic and whisk together with olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper in a large bowl.
- 4
Combine cooled pasta, tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil in dressing. Toss gently.
- 5
Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
- 6
Divide into four containers and refrigerate until serving.
