Description
A delicious and creamy pasta salad that combines fresh tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil for a delightful twist on the classic Caprese salad.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces of pasta (fusilli or rotini)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup mozzarella balls, halved
- 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 1/2 cup creamy dressing (mayonnaise or yogurt-based)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella balls, and basil.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the creamy dressing and olive oil until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and toss gently to combine.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Feel free to add other ingredients like avocados or olives for extra flavor.
- This salad can be made a day in advance for best flavor.
- Serve cold or at room temperature.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 15mg