A perfect blend of simplicity, freshness, and pasta, this colourful Caprese Pasta Salad is delicious! Tender pasta, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil in tangy balsamic glaze vinaigrette.
– 12 ounces farfalle pasta– 1½ cups cherry tomatoe– 8 ounces bocconcini – 1 cup fresh basil leave– 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze – ⅓ cup olive oil– 2 cloves garlic– salt and pepper
Ingredient
Direction
Boil a large pot of salted water. Prepare pasta as directed on the package until al dente. Drain and rinse pasta under cold water to stop cooking.
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Cooking farfalle on camera. In a small bowl, mix olive oil, balsamic glaze or reduction, and minced garlic.
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Season dressing with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Video of caprese pasta salad preparation.
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Mix the cooled pasta, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil in a large bowl. Video of caprese pasta salad preparation.
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Add the dressing to the pasta and gently mix. Dress pasta, tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil evenly.
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Video of caprese pasta salad preparation. Refrigerate the salad for 30 minutes under plastic wrap to blend the flavours.
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Before serving, gently stir and season the salad. Adjust salt and pepper. Additional flavour can be added with fresh basil or balsamic glaze.