Description
A refreshing and flavorful salad combining the classic ingredients of bruschetta with pasta, perfect for a light meal or side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (penne or fusilli)
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1/2 cup mozzarella balls, halved
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and let cool.
- In a large bowl, combine the cherry tomatoes, basil, mozzarella, garlic, balsamic vinegar, and olive oil.
- Add the cooled pasta to the mixture and toss gently to combine.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for an hour to let the flavors meld.
Notes
- For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free pasta.
- This salad can be made a few hours in advance for best flavor.
- Feel free to add other ingredients like olives or bell peppers for variation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 15mg