Caprese Pasta Recipe
This Caprese Pasta recipe is made with only a handful of fresh ingredients such as pasta, juicy tomatoes, creamy mozzarella cheese, and fresh basil. Coated in an Italian balsamic dressing and can be served warm or cold.
Prep Time15 minutes mins
Chill time30 minutes mins
Total Time45 minutes mins
Course: Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Italian
Keyword: caprese pasta, caprese pasta salad
Servings: 6 servings
- 1/2 pound pasta of choice
- 8 ounce fresh mini mozzarella balls
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes
- 1/3 cup fresh basil shredded
Dressing
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 3/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook pasta according to package instructions or until al dente.
In the meantime, combine dressing ingredients and whisk together in a medium bowl until combined.
Add tomatoes, mozzarella cheese balls, basil, and dressing and toss to coat. Let sit until pasta has cooled.
Add cooled pasta and toss until pasta is coated in the dressing. Serve or place in the refrigerator to get cold. Enjoy!