Caprese Pasta Salad with Balsamic Glaze

Name: Caprese Pasta Salad with Balsamic Glaze
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 8 oz pasta (e.g., rotini, penne); 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved; 8 oz fresh mozzarella balls (bocconcini), halved or quartered; 0.5 cup fresh basil leaves, torn or chopped; 3 tbsp olive oil; 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar; salt, to taste; black pepper, to taste; balsamic glaze, for drizzling

A vibrant and refreshing pasta salad featuring ripe tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and basil, drizzled with a sweet balsamic glaze.

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Instructions

1. Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water to cool. 2. In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, halved cherry tomatoes, and mozzarella balls. 3. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Pour dressing over the pasta salad and toss to coat. 4. Stir in fresh basil leaves. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Chill until ready to serve, then drizzle with balsamic glaze.