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Quick Caprese Pasta Salad

A fresh and vibrant pasta salad featuring rotini, creamy mozzarella pearls, and aromatic basil tossed in a light balsamic glaze.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 9 minutes
Total Time 19 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch, Salad
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 380
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 8 oz rotini pasta
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 8 oz fresh mozzarella pearls
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves torn
  • 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tbsp balsamic glaze
  • 1/2 tsp sea salt
  • 1/4 tsp cracked black pepper

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Colander
  • Large mixing bowl

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil.
  2. Add the rotini pasta and cook for 9 minutes until al dente.
  3. Drain the pasta in a colander and rinse briefly with cold water.
  4. Transfer the cooled pasta into a large mixing bowl.
  5. Add the halved cherry tomatoes and the mozzarella pearls to the bowl.
  6. Drizzle the extra virgin olive oil over the mixture.
  7. Sprinkle the sea salt and cracked black pepper evenly over the salad.
  8. Gently fold in the torn fresh basil leaves.
  9. Drizzle the balsamic glaze over the top before serving.

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Do not freeze.