Description
Caprese Pasta Salad is a refreshing twist on the classic Italian dish, combining vibrant flavors and fresh ingredients into a delightful side or light meal. This easy-to-make salad features al dente farfalle pasta tossed with juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and aromatic basil, all drizzled in a zesty vinaigrette. Perfect for picnics, potlucks, or simply enjoying at home, this dish is not only visually stunning but also packed with nutrients. In just 25 minutes, you can whip up this delicious salad that’s sure to impress your family and friends!
Ingredients
Scale
- 5 strips of thinly sliced turkey
- 8 oz farfalle pasta
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1 cup fresh mozzarella balls (halved)
- 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves (thinly sliced)
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1.5 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 garlic clove (grated)
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1/4 tsp kosher salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F. Arrange turkey slices on a foil-lined baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes until crispy.
- Cook farfalle pasta in boiling water according to package instructions. Drain and rinse under cool water.
- Prepare the vinaigrette by whisking together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, lemon juice, grated garlic, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta with vinaigrette, diced turkey slices, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella balls, and basil. Toss gently until well mixed.
- Serve immediately or chill for enhanced flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 35mg