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May 18, 2021

Caprese Pasta Salad

Caprese Pasta Salad – the perfect refreshing side dish for summer barbecues. Best of all, it’s easy to make with the classic caprese flavors and a homemade balsamic dressing.

Caprese Pasta Salad - the perfect side dish to bring to summer potlucks, parties, Memorial Day / Fourth of July grillouts/barbecues. Best of all, it's so easy to make and easy to customize with your favorite toppings and homemade dressing. Perfect for Sunday meal prep and leftovers are delicious for school or work lunchboxes or lunchbowls.

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Classic caprese flavors in a pasta salad makes a light and refreshing summer side dish perfect for potlucks.

20 minPrep Time

20 minTotal Time

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Ingredients

2 cups dried pasta (Ditalini or Orecchiette)

1 pint grape tomatoes, halved

8 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, cut into bite-sized cubes

1 cup fresh basil, roughly chopped

salt and pepper to taste

1/2 cup blueberries (optional)

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Balsamic Vinaigrette

3 garlic cloves, finely minced

1/3 cup balsamic vinegar

1/2 teaspoon fresh lemon juice

3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and rinse with cold water. Set aside.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine the balsamic vinegar, lemon juice and minced garlic. Whisk in the olive oil until combined. Add salt and pepper to taste.
  3. Add the pasta, tomatoes, mozzarella and basil in a large bowl. Toss in blueberries (optional).
  4. Add the dressing toss evenly to coat. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Serve immediately or cover and chill in the fridge.
  5. For meal prep: Divide the pasta into lunch containers. Store in the fridge for up to four days.

Notes

You can prep everything in advance and store it in the fridge. Just add the dressing the day that you plan on serving this.

Nutrition

Calories

1880 cal

Fat

93 g

Carbs

183 g

Protein

93 g
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Filed Under: 30 Minute Meal, Noodles / Pasta, Recipes, Salads, Side Dishes, Vegetarian Tagged With: caprese, summer, tomatoes

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