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A bowl of fresh Caprese pasta salad with cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil

Quick way to grow your Caprese Pasta Salad Caprese Pasta Salad

This Caprese Pasta Salad is a quick and easy dish, perfect for a light meal or side. It combines fresh ingredients like pasta, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil with a simple balsamic glaze.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta Salad
  • 8 ounces pasta
  • 1.5 cups cherry tomatoes
  • 8 ounces fresh mozzarella balls small
  • 0.5 cup fresh basil leaves packed, chopped
Balsamic Glaze
  • 0.5 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon honey

Equipment

  • large pot
  • colander
  • large bowl
  • small saucepan

Method
 

Pasta Salad Prep
  1. Cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente, then drain and rinse with cold water.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, halved cherry tomatoes, fresh mozzarella balls, and chopped fresh basil.
Balsamic Glaze Prep
  1. In a small saucepan, combine balsamic vinegar and honey.
  2. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, then reduce heat to low and cook for 5-7 minutes until the glaze thickens slightly.
Assembly
  1. Pour the balsamic glaze over the pasta salad ingredients.
  2. Toss gently to combine all ingredients evenly.

Notes

For extra flavor, you can add a pinch of salt and black pepper to the pasta salad. This dish is best served chilled, but can also be enjoyed at room temperature.