Caprese Pasta Salad Recipe

INGREDIENTS

• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
• 2-3 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• 1 clove minced garlic
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 pound dried pasta (farfalle or other small pasta works best)
• 8 ounces mozzarella pearls (or cubed fresh mozzarella)
• 2 cups grape tomatoes sliced in half
• 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves thinly sliced
• salt and pepper to taste

INSTRUCTIONS

1. 1 To a small bowl or jar with a lid, add olive oil, balsamic vinegar, lemon juice, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Whisk or shake until all ingredients are incorporated. Set aside.
2. 2 Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and rinse with cold water.
3. 3 To a large bowl add cooked pasta, tomatoes, mozzarella pearls, and basil. Drizzle with vinaigrette dressing and toss. Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve immediately.

NUTRITION

Calories: 336 kcalkcal | Carbohydrates: 33 gg | Protein: 12 gg | Fat: 18 gg | Fiber: 2 gg | Sugar: 4 gg