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Caprese Pasta Salad

45min prep: 5min cook: 40min

All the flavors and textures of the classic salad Caprese combined with easy-to-love pasta. Yes, it’s as good and simple as it sounds.Notes:

  1. Cellentani pasta is like a double-S-shaped pasta, but use any shape you prefer.

    If you can’t find mini mozzarella balls, buy larger ones and cut them into small, bite-sized pieces.

Ingredients

Produce

  • Fresh Basil — 1⁄2 Cup
  • Grape Tomatoes — 10 Ounces

Cheese & Lunchmeat

  • Mini Mozzarella Balls — 8 Ounces

Grains & Pasta

  • Cellentani Pasta — 8 Ounces

Spice & Baking

  • Black Pepper
  • Kosher Salt

Condiments, Oils & Dressings

  • Balsamic Syrup — 3 Tablespoons
  • Extra Virgin Olive Oil — 1 Tablespoon

Equipment

Appliances

  • Stove Top

Cooking Equipment

  • Chef’s Knife
  • Colander
  • Cutting Board
  • Heat-Proof Bowl, Medium
  • Measuring Cups
  • Measuring Spoons
  • Mixing Bowl, Large
  • Pot, Large (4-6 QT)

Prep Steps

  1. Cut grape tomatoes in half. Place in a large mixing bowl or salad bowl.
  2. Pick basil leaves off the stems. Pile leaves on top of each other and slice crosswise into thin ribbons to measure the indicated amount. Add to tomatoes.

Cook Steps

  1. Fill a large pot 2/3 high with water and cover. Place over high heat. Proceed with next step as water comes to a boil.
  2. Once water is boiling, add 1 tablespoon of salt and stir in pasta. Cook until tender but with a slight bite, about [11 minutes], or according to package instructions.
  3. After pasta is strained, drizzle with olive oil, then pour it into a medium, heat-proof bowl and place in the fridge to chill for [10-15 minutes].
  4. Strain liquid from mini mozzarella balls. Add to bowl of tomatoes and basil. Drizzle olive oil and balsamic syrup over the top.
  5. Once pasta is cool, add to the bowl of tomatoes and mozzarella. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Stir gently to combine.
  6. Transfer the Caprese pasta salad to a serving bowl or dinner plates, or chill and serve later.

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