Creamy Caprese Pasta Salad: The Best Recipe for Quick Comfort
A deliciously creamy pasta salad inspired by the classic Caprese salad, perfect for a quick and comforting meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces pasta of choice
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup fresh mozzarella balls
- 1/2 cup fresh basil, torn
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and let cool.
- In a large bowl, combine the pasta, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and toss to combine.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes for flavors to meld.
Notes
- This salad can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge for up to two days.
- Feel free to add other ingredients like olives or cucumbers for extra crunch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 400 milligrams
- Fat: 20 grams
- Saturated Fat: 6 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 28 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 10 grams
- Cholesterol: 30 milligrams
Keywords: Creamy Caprese Pasta Salad, Pasta Salad, Quick Comfort Food