Easy Caprese Pasta Salad | 10-Minute Summer Recipe

fresh mozzarella

🥗Healthier: part-skim mozzarella

💰Cheaper: cubed cheddar

Part-skim mozzarella reduces fat while maintaining creaminess.

balsamic vinegar

🥗Healthier: red wine vinegar

💰Cheaper: apple cider vinegar

Red wine vinegar offers similar acidity at a lower cost.

Bring a pot of water to boil.

Add 1 lb rotini pasta to boiling water and cook for 7 minutes until al dente.

Drain pasta in a colander and rinse under cold water until cool.

Halve 3 cups cherry tomatoes and add to a mixing bowl.

Add 16 oz fresh mozzarella pearls to the bowl, leaving them whole if small.

Pinch off and slice 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, adding half to the bowl and reserving the other half for serving.

In a separate bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup olive oil, 3 tbsp balsamic vinegar, 1/2 tsp minced garlic, 1 tsp salt, and 1 tsp black pepper.

Pour the dressing over the pasta, tomatoes, and mozzarella, then toss to combine.

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