Description
A refreshing and creamy pasta salad featuring fresh tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil, perfect for summer gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (your choice)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup mozzarella balls, halved
- 1/2 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and let cool.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooled pasta, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil.
- In a separate bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, sour cream, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and toss to combine.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Feel free to add grilled chicken for extra protein.
- This salad can be made a day in advance for convenience.
- Adjust the amount of dressing based on your preference.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Creamy Caprese Pasta Salad, Summer Salad, Pasta Salad Recipe