Description
A vibrant and refreshing pasta salad bursting with the flavors of summer, featuring fresh mozzarella, cherry tomatoes, and basil, drizzled with balsamic glaze.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (e.g., bowtie or rotini)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup mozzarella balls, halved
- 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 1/4 cup balsamic glaze
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and let cool.
- Combine the cooked pasta, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella balls, and basil in a large bowl.
- Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic glaze.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, and toss gently to combine.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
For best flavor, use fresh ingredients and dress the salad just before serving to maintain its vibrancy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg