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A bowl of Caprese Pasta Salad with farfalle, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella pearls, and fresh basil.
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Caprese Pasta Salad

Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 350kcal

Ingredients

  • 16 oz farfalle pasta
  • 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 8 oz fresh mozzarella pearls
  • 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, chiffonade
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 clove garlic , minced

Instructions

  • Cook farfalle pasta in salted boiling water until al dente.
  • Drain and rinse pasta under cold water to stop cooking.
  • In a large bowl, combine pasta, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella pearls, and basil.
  • Whisk olive oil, salt, pepper, and garlic in a small bowl.
  • Toss pasta mixture with the olive oil dressing until evenly coated.
  • Drizzle with balsamic glaze immediately before serving.