Bruschetta Pasta Salad: A Deliciously Fresh Twist for Home Chefs
A delightful and refreshing bruschetta pasta salad, perfect for summer gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces pasta of your choice
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup fresh mozzarella balls
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella balls, and basil.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the balsamic vinegar and olive oil, then pour over the pasta salad.
- Season with salt and pepper, then toss to coat evenly.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider adding minced garlic or diced red onion.
- This salad is best served fresh but can be stored in the fridge for a day.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Bruschetta Pasta Salad, pasta salad, summer salad, fresh ingredients