CAPRESE PASTA SALAD
This is a great little side dish for a BBQ and much healthier than the typical mayo-based macaroni salad. Olive Oil is packed with mono-unsaturated (good fats) and can help to achieve balanced cholesterol levels. I usually serve this at room temperature, but I've also served it hot and topped it with grilled chicken for a quick weeknight dinner.
Provided by Diet It Up
Categories < 4 Hours
Time 1h10m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Toss the mozzarella and cherry tomatoes with the Italian dressing. Cover and refrigerate. If I'm making this for dinner, I usually get the cheese and tomatoes in the fridge to marinate a few hours before I plan to assemble the salad.
- In a skillet on low heat, heat the olive oil, garlic and crushed red pepper. Cook on low for 5-10 minutes allowing the garlic to soften (but not brown) and infuse the oil.
- Meanwhile, boil the pasta. Add the drained pasta to the skillet and toss to coat. Set the pasta mixture aside to cool.
- Once the pasta is cooled, add the cheese and tomatoes along with the dressing marinade. Season the salad with salt and pepper and top with 3 tablespoons fresh basil.
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Afaq Raza
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Hafeez 6t6
[email protected]Not bad!
Vida Addo
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RASHID YUNUS
[email protected]Caprese pasta salad is a new favorite in my house! It's so easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. I love the combination of fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, and basil. The dressing is also delicious and really brings the flavors together.
NOOB GAMING
[email protected]This was a delicious and refreshing pasta salad. The caprese flavors were perfect for a summer meal. I loved the addition of the balsamic glaze, which added a nice touch of sweetness and acidity.
Gafarali Gafarall
[email protected]Great recipe! The caprese flavors were well-balanced and the pasta salad was easy to make. I used fresh basil from my garden and it really made a difference. Definitely recommend this recipe.
Humayoun Hassan
[email protected]Delicious and refreshing! The caprese ingredients were high-quality and flavorful. The dressing was simple but effective in bringing all the elements together. I'll be making this again for sure.
tadeo palma
[email protected]Easy to make and bursting with flavor! The caprese combination is always a winner, and the pasta salad format made it a fun and portable dish. Perfect for a summer picnic or potluck.
Odikoro Tom
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of pasta salads, but this one changed my mind. The caprese flavors were so refreshing and flavorful. I loved the addition of the balsamic glaze, which gave the salad a nice depth of flavor. Will definitely be making this again!
Thobelani Mthembu
[email protected]This caprese pasta salad was a hit at my last potluck! The combination of fresh mozzarella, juicy tomatoes, and fragrant basil was simply divine. The dressing was light and tangy, perfectly complementing the flavors of the salad. I'll definitely be m