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Creamy Caprese Pasta Salad

A refreshing and creamy pasta salad featuring fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, and basil, perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta
  • 8 oz pasta (fusilli or rotini) cooked and drained
Vegetables
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cup fresh basil leaves torn
Cheese
  • 8 oz fresh mozzarella cubed
Dressing
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt for creaminess
  • 1/4 cup olive oil extra virgin
  • 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1 tsp salt to taste
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper to taste

Method
 

Cook Pasta
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
  2. Drain the pasta in a colander and rinse under cold water to cool.
Prepare Dressing
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
Combine Ingredients
  1. In a large bowl, combine the cooled pasta, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil.
  2. Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and toss gently to combine.
Serve
  1. Chill the pasta salad in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
  2. Serve cold and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 12gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 6gFiber: 3gSugar: 3g

Notes

This salad can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

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