Description
A colorful and refreshing Bruschetta Pasta Salad featuring tangy tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and fragrant basil, perfect for summer gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (penne or fusilli)
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup mozzarella balls, halved
- 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and let it cool completely.
- Combine the halved cherry tomatoes, mozzarella balls, and chopped basil in a large bowl.
- Whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper in a small bowl until well combined.
- Add the cooled pasta to the tomato mixture and pour the dressing over. Toss everything gently until well coated.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature, and watch everyone enjoy!
Notes
You can customize this salad by adding avocado, jalapeños, or switching cheeses. Make it ahead of time for the best flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 10mg