5.0 from 12 votes
Caprese Pasta Salad
This tasty Caprese Pasta Salad combines fresh tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil with tender bowtie pasta and a flavorful homemade balsamic dressing!
Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
23 mins
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 355 kcal
Course:
Salad
Cuisine:
Italian , American
Ingredients
- 8 oz mini bowtie pasta (or favorite small pasta)
- 8 oz mozzarella balls or pearls
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes
- ¼-½ cup Chopped or chiffonade fresh basil
BALSAMIC CARPESE SALAD DRESSING
- ⅓ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 TBSP white wine vinegar or red wine vinegar
- 1-2 TBSP balsamic vinegar plus extra to taste
- 1 clove garlic (peeled, smashed, and minced)
- ½ tsp sea salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ¼ tsp dried oregano leaves
Instructions
- Bring a pot of water to a boil and season with a 1-2 pinches of sea salt.
- While you wait for the water to boil, measure out all your ingredients, this salad comes together fast!
- Add the pasta to boiling water and cook until al dente, approx. 8 minutes for mini bowties or follow package instructions for different shapes.
- Drain cooked pasta in a colander and rinse with cold water. Set aside.
- To make the dressing, peel smash and mince fresh garlic. Add to a small bowl with oil, vinegar, salt, pepper, and oregano. Mix well then pour over pasta. Toss to coat.
- Halve, quarter, or chop tomatoes (any variety will work here) and add to the pasta along with basil and mozzarella balls.
- Mix well and allow salad to sit for 30 minutes (at room temperature or in fridge if preferred) for the flavors to meld. This is optional but I always try to set aside some time to marinate in the dressing. Taste and add any additional balsamic or seasoning desired. Enjoy!
- This salad can be made the day before for a party or gathering and will keep in the fridge for up to 3-4 days.
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Notes
- Nutrition Facts below are estimated for pasta salad and dressing using an online recipe nutrition calculator. Adjust as needed and enjoy!
Nutrition Information
Calories
355kcal
(18%)
Carbohydrates
31g
(10%)
Protein
12g
(24%)
Fat
21g
(32%)
Saturated Fat
4g
(20%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
2g
Monounsaturated Fat
9g
Cholesterol
14mg
(5%)
Sodium
230mg
(10%)
Potassium
206mg
(6%)
Fiber
2g
(8%)
Sugar
3g
(6%)
Vitamin A
298IU
(6%)
Vitamin C
12mg
(13%)
Calcium
154mg
(15%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 355
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 355kcal | 18% |
| Carbohydrates | 31g | 10% |
| Protein | 12g | 24% |
| Fat | 21g | 32% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 9g | 45% |
| Cholesterol | 14mg | 5% |
| Sodium | 230mg | 10% |
| Potassium | 206mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 298IU | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 12mg | 13% |
| Calcium | 154mg | 15% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.