Caprese Pasta Salad with Balsamic Glaze
If you’re searching for a light and refreshing meal, this Caprese Pasta Salad with Balsamic Glaze is your answer! Combining vibrant cherry tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and fragrant basil with perfectly cooked pasta, this dish is drizzled with a tangy homemade balsamic glaze that elevates every bite. Perfect for summer barbecues, potlucks, or quick weeknight dinners, this salad comes together in just 20 minutes. Plus, it’s versatile enough to adapt to your preferences—make it heartier with grilled chicken or toss in extra veggies for added crunch. Enjoy the burst of flavors in every serving!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 6 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces pasta (rotini, penne, or bowtie)
- 1 ½ cups cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 8 ounces fresh mozzarella (diced or mozzarella balls)
- ½ cup fresh basil (chopped or torn)
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- ½ cup balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey or brown sugar
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine balsamic vinegar and honey (or brown sugar). Simmer until slightly thickened.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked pasta, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Toss gently.
- Drizzle the balsamic glaze over the salad just before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 25mg