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Springtime Caprese Pasta Salad with Strawberries

A refreshing and vibrant pasta salad that combines the classic flavors of Caprese with the sweetness of strawberries, perfect for spring gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta and Vegetables
  • 8 oz pasta (fusilli or rotini) cooked and cooled
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cup fresh mozzarella balls bocconcini or ciliegine
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries sliced
  • 1 cup fresh basil leaves torn
Dressing
  • 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1 tsp honey optional for sweetness
  • salt to taste
  • pepper to taste

Method
 

Prepare the Pasta
  1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool.
Make the Dressing
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, minced garlic, honey, salt, and pepper until well combined.
Combine Ingredients
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella balls, strawberries, and basil leaves.
Dress the Salad
  1. Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and toss gently to combine. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
Serve
  1. Transfer the salad to a serving bowl and enjoy immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This salad can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. The flavors meld beautifully over time.

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