Caprese Pasta Salad

Servings: servings (6 cups total)

Calories: 386cal

Cook the pasta to al dente then rinse it under cold water to stop the cooking. Optionally toss with a light drizzling of olive oil to prevent sticking. Place cooled pasta into a large mixing bowl.
12 ounces rotini pasta
Cut tomatoes in half and chop basil leaves.
10 ounces cherry tomatoes, 1 cup basil leaves
Add tomatoes, basil, and mozzarella pearls to the pasta in the bowl.
8 ounces Mozzarella pearls
Drizzle with dressing and toss to combine.
1/2 cup balsamic vinaigrette
Allow salad to sit in the fridge for at least an hour to let the flavors meld.

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Adjust the balsamic dressing to your own personal tastes. The dressing will soak into the pasta as it sits, so we usually add a bit more after the salad has chilled for a couple of hours.
Mozzarella pearls are excellent for this recipe, as they are small and round and don't require any additional cutting. You can typically find them at most grocery stores in a small tub in the cheese or deli section.

Course: Appetizer, Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Prep Time20

Cook Time10

Chill Time1

Total Time1 30