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Caprese Pasta Salad

Caprese Pasta Salad

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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course entree
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 6 oz. whole grain fusilli or rotini pasta
  • 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 pints cherry or grape tomatoes
  • 1/2 tsp fine sea salt
  • 8 oz. mozzarella pearls or one mozzarella ball torn into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tbsp fresh basil chopped
  • 2 to 3 tsp white balsamic vinegar or regular balsamic vinegar to taste

Instructions
 

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta until al dente, according to the package instructions. Once done, drain the pasta and set it aside.
  • In a large skillet over medium heat, combine the olive oil, tomatoes, and salt. Cover and cook, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes burst and the oil takes on a reddish hue.
    Caprese Pasta Salad
  • Remove the skillet from heat and gently mix in the cooked pasta. Allow it to cool for a few minutes.
    Caprese Pasta Salad
  • Once the pasta is just warm, stir in the mozzarella and chopped basil. Season with vinegar, salt, and more vinegar if needed.
    Caprese Pasta Salad
  • Let the salad rest for about 20 minutes to allow the pasta to soak up the flavors. Serve immediately or store in the refrigerator.
Keyword caprese, cherry tomatoes, pasta salad
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