Caprese Pasta Salad
Ingredients
The salad
-
16
ounces
cavatappi pasta
-
1
pound
cherry tomatoes, halved
-
1
pound
mini mozzarella balls
-
⅓
cup
pitted and chopped kalamata olives
-
⅓
cup
fresh basil, sliced thin
-
to taste
flaky salt and pepper
The dressing
-
1
recipe
balsamic vinaigrette
Instructions
- Make the balsamic vinaigrette according to the recipe.
- Cook the cavatappi according to package directions until al dente, then drain and rinse with cold water.
- Transfer the drained pasta to a bowl and add the tomatoes, mozzarella balls, and kalamata olives.
- Toss the pasta mixture with the desired amount of dressing.
- Serve at room temperature or refrigerate until ready to serve.
- Top with fresh basil, flaky salt, and freshly ground black pepper just before serving.
Nutrition Facts (estimated)
Servings
8
Calories
400
Total fat
15g
Total carbohydrates
46g
Total protein
21g
Sodium
454mg
Cholesterol
45mg
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