Heirloom tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, fragrant basil leaves and cheese-filled pasta tossed in a classic balsamic dressing……tis the season for a pasta salad! Hello warm weather! Hello dining al fresco! Hello pasta salads! I’m in my happy place whenever I’m relaxing and dining in the fresh air and sunshine. A pasta salad is a must-have at any outdoor dining experience and Balsamic Pasta Salad Caprese will quickly become a must-have pasta salad! Fire up the grill, open the wine and round out your open-air dining menu with Balsamic Pasta Salad Caprese.
Balsamic Pasta Salad Caprese
2016-05-11 18:14:54
Serves 8
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size
154g
Servings
8
Amount Per Serving
Calories 264
Calories from Fat 109
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 12g
19%
Saturated Fat 4g
19%
Trans Fat 0g
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g
Monounsaturated Fat 7g
Cholesterol 27mg
9%
Sodium 593mg
25%
Total Carbohydrates 29g
10%
Dietary Fiber 1g
6%
Sugars 2g
Protein 10g
Vitamin A
7%
Vitamin C
5%
Calcium
16%
Iron
6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your Daily Values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Ingredients
- 4 Tbs. olive oil
- 2 Tbs. balsamic vinegar
- 1 tsp. Dijon mustard
- 1/2 tsp. kosher salt
- 1/2 tsp. sugar
- 1 pkg. (16 ounces) frozen cheese tortellini, cooked, drained and run under cold water to cool
- 1 cup heirloom tomatoes, halved lengthwise
- 1 cup bocconcini, halved, about 4 ounces
- 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup thinly sliced fresh basil leaves
Instructions
- In serving dish whisk olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon, kosher salt and sugar until blended.
- Stir in tortellini, tomatoes, bocconcini, shredded Parmesan and basil until evenly coated.
Notes
- Makes 5 cups.
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