Description
Indulge in the creamy goodness of this delightful Creamy Caprese Pasta Salad. Bursting with flavors of cherry tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and basil, this dish is a perfect addition to any meal or gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta:
- 12 ounces rotini or bowtie pasta
Dressing:
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1 cup fresh mozzarella balls (bocconcini or ciliegine, halved if large)
- ½ cup fresh basil leaves (chopped or torn)
- â…“ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Cook the pasta: Boil the pasta until al dente, then cool under cold water.
- Prepare the dressing: Mix mayonnaise, sour cream, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Combine ingredients: Mix pasta, tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil in the dressing.
- Chill and serve: Refrigerate for 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Drizzle with balsamic glaze for extra flavor.
- Substitute Greek yogurt for a tangy twist.
- Add grilled chicken or salami for a heartier dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
