Caprese Caesar Pasta Salad: 1 Joyful Twist
This Caprese Caesar Pasta Salad combines the fresh flavors of Caprese with the creamy tang of Caesar, all tossed with pasta. It offers a fun twist on traditional pasta salad.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 6-8 servings
- Category: Pasta Salad
- Method: No-Cook (after pasta)
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound pasta, such as rotini or penne
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup fresh mozzarella balls (bocconcini), halved or quartered
- 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, torn or chopped
- 1/2 cup Caesar dressing, store-bought or homemade
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water to cool.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooled pasta, cherry tomatoes, and fresh mozzarella.
- Pour in the Caesar dressing and toss to coat evenly.
- Add the fresh basil and grated Parmesan cheese. Gently toss again.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes for flavors to meld.
Notes
- For extra flavor, you can grill or roast the cherry tomatoes before adding them.
- Add grilled chicken for a more substantial meal.
- Adjust the amount of Caesar dressing to your preference.
- Freshly grated Parmesan cheese makes a difference in taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
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