Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound small pasta (e.g., fusilli or penne)
- 16 ounces mozzarella balls
- 3 cups cherry tomatoes
- 1/2 cup fresh basil, thinly sliced
- 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 clove garlic, minced
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the small pasta and cook until al dente according to package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, white balsamic vinegar, salt, pepper, and minced garlic.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooled pasta, mozzarella balls, cherry tomatoes, and sliced basil.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss until all ingredients are well coated.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to an hour to let flavors meld.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 15mg