Strawberry Caprese Pasta Salad
Strawberry Caprese Pasta Salad is a refreshing dish that harmoniously blends the sweetness of ripe strawberries with creamy mozzarella and fragrant basil. Perfect for summer gatherings, this vibrant pasta salad offers a delightful burst of flavors in every bite. Quick to prepare, it’s ideal for potlucks or light weeknight dinners, providing a satisfying meal option that everyone will enjoy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (bowtie or rotini)
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, halved
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella balls (bocconcini or ciliegine)
- 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, torn
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp aged balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and cool.
- While the pasta cools, slice the strawberries.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooled pasta, strawberries, mozzarella, and basil.
- Whisk together olive oil and balsamic vinegar; drizzle over the salad and toss gently.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste; serve immediately or chill for one hour before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 30mg