4.7 from 69 votes
Strawberry Caprese Pasta Salad
Strawberry Caprese Pasta Salad combines tender short pasta with fresh strawberries, mozzarella balls, and thinly sliced red onion, brightened by herbs like basil and mint. The dressing of extra virgin olive oil, honey, and golden balsamic vinegar adds a balanced, sweet-savory flavor. This salad offers a mix of juicy fruit and creamy cheese, suitable for a light lunch or side dish. The fresh herbs enhance its lively, aromatic profile, making it a distinctive take on pasta salad.
Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
8 mins
Total Time
23 mins
Servings:
12
Calories:
322 kcal
Course:
Salad
Cuisine:
Italian
Ingredients
- 1 pound short pasta
- 1 pound strawberries , sliced
- 16 ounces mozzarella balls , drained
- ½ cup red onion thinly sliced
- ⅓ cup basil thinly slivered, fresh
- ⅓ cup mint thinly slivered, fresh
- ⅓ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons golden balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
Instructions
- Bring a pot water to boil and season generously with salt. Boil the pasta according to package directions. Drain in a colander. Lightly rinse so the pasta doesn't stick, then cool.
- While the pasta is cooking, slice the strawberries and onions then add to a large bowl with the drained mozzarella balls and herbs. Add the cooled pasta.
- In a small bowl, whisk the olive oil, honey, golden balsamic vinegar, salt and pepper. Drizzle over the pasta and gently toss. Add more salt and pepper to taste and serve.
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Notes
- Roasted pistachios, sliced almonds, or toasted pine nuts provide added crunch when sprinkled on top.
Nutrition Information
Calories
322kcal
(16%)
Carbohydrates
37g
(12%)
Protein
12g
(24%)
Fat
15g
(23%)
Saturated Fat
4g
(20%)
Cholesterol
14mg
(5%)
Sodium
225mg
(9%)
Potassium
162mg
(3%)
Fiber
2g
(8%)
Sugar
8g
(16%)
Vitamin A
93IU
(2%)
Vitamin C
23mg
(26%)
Calcium
155mg
(16%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 12 Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 322
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 322kcal | 16% |
| Carbohydrates | 37g | 12% |
| Protein | 12g | 24% |
| Fat | 15g | 23% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 14mg | 5% |
| Sodium | 225mg | 9% |
| Potassium | 162mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 8g | 16% |
| Vitamin A | 93IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 23mg | 26% |
| Calcium | 155mg | 16% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.