Caprese Pasta Salad with Balsamic Glaze
Caprese Pasta Salad with Balsamic Glaze is a delightful and refreshing dish perfect for summer gatherings and quick weeknight dinners. Featuring vibrant colors and fresh flavors, this salad combines sweet grape tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and aromatic basil, all tossed together with a tangy balsamic glaze. It’s not only visually appealing but also incredibly easy to prepare—ready to serve in just 15 minutes! This versatile dish works well as a light main course or a side dish alongside grilled proteins. Enjoy the burst of flavors in every bite while impressing your guests with its stunning presentation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces rotini or penne pasta
- 1 pint grape or cherry tomatoes, halved
- 8 ounces fresh mozzarella balls, halved
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, torn
- 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente, following package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cooled pasta, halved tomatoes, mozzarella balls, and torn basil.
- Drizzle olive oil over the mixture and toss gently to combine.
- Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
- Transfer to a serving dish and drizzle balsamic glaze on top.
- Chill for up to 2 hours before serving for enhanced flavor melding.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 25mg