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Strawberry Caprese Pasta Salad Recipe

This easy pasta salad recipe is a spin on the classic caprese. It combines the fresh flavors of strawberries and basil with creamy bites of mozzarella and is tossed in a tangy balsamic glaze.
Prep Time30 minutes
Chilling Time2 hours
Total Time2 hours 30 minutes
Recipe Author Lynn April
Servings: 12 servings

Ingredients

  • 8 ounces (227g) cooked and cooled pasta1
  • 8 ounces (227g) fresh strawberries quartered (about 2 cups)
  • 8 ounces (227g) fresh mozzarella balls2 pearls, “little ones”
  • 1 heaping cup halved cherry or grape tomatoes about 6 ounces (170g)
  • ⅓ cup fresh chopped basil loosely packed
  • 2 Tablespoons (30mL) balsamic glaze3
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Place the cooked and cooled pasta into a large bowl.
    8 ounces (227g) cooked and cooled pasta1
  • Add the strawberries, mozzarella balls, tomatoes, and basil to the pasta, then toss to combine.
    8 ounces (227g) fresh strawberries, 8 ounces (227g) fresh mozzarella balls2, 1 heaping cup halved cherry or grape tomatoes, ⅓ cup fresh chopped basil
  • Drizzle the balsamic glaze evenly over the pasta salad, then toss to coat. Taste and add salt and pepper to taste, or more glaze if you prefer. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving. Store leftovers covered tightly for up to 3 days.
    2 Tablespoons (30mL) balsamic glaze3, salt and pepper

Notes

  1. Pasta: I used medium shells, but you can use any pasta you prefer for pasta salad. 
  2. Mozzarella balls: I like to use the pearls (labeled as “little ones” at our grocery store). You can use any size pearls or cut a large brick of mozzarella into small pieces, if you prefer.
  3. Balsamic glaze: this is not the same as balsamic vinegar. It is a much more concentrated version. 
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Nutrition Disclosure

All nutritional values are approximate and provided to the reader as a courtesy. Changing ingredients and/or quantities will alter the estimated nutritional calculations.

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 137kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 15mg | Sodium: 120mg | Potassium: 88mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 166IU | Vitamin C: 11mg | Calcium: 104mg | Iron: 0.4mg
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