Caprese Pasta Salad

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Caprese Pasta Salad

Ingredients

Pasta Salad

• 8 ounces Radiatore Pasta, (cooked according to package instructions, drained & cooled)
• 12 ounces Cherry Tomatoes, (halved)
• 8 ounces Fresh Small Mozzarella Balls (aka ciliegine), (drained)
• 10 Large Basil Leaves, (cut into ribbons)
• Salt/Pepper, (to taste)

Dressing

• 1/4 Cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
• 1/2 teaspoon Dried Italian Seasoning
• 1 Garlic Clove, (grated)
• Pinch Salt/Pepper
• Small Pinch White Sugar

Balsamic Reduction

• See: How To Make Balsamic Glaze

Instructions

1. Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and let pasta cool completely.
2. While pasta is cooling, mix all dressing ingredients and let sit.
3. In large bowl, combine tomatoes, mozzarella, basil, salt/pepper and cooled pasta. If not serving immediately wait to cut and add the basil until just before serving to prevent darkening.
4. Toss pasta salad with dressing until evenly coated.
5. Serve with a drizzle of balsamic reduction.

This article and recipe adapted from this site

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