Description
This Light Pesto Caprese Pasta Salad is a refreshing and flavorful dish that combines the classic flavors of caprese salad with the addition of pesto and balsamic vinegar. Perfect for a light lunch or as a side dish for a summer meal.
Ingredients
Bouillon Cube:
1/2 bouillon cubeFarfalle Pasta:
6 oz farfalle pasta, bowtie shape, weighed dryShallots:
1 large shallot or 2 small shallots, mincedCherry Tomatoes:
1 pint cherry tomatoes, halvedBasil:
1/4 cup fresh basil, choppedMozzarella Balls:
3 oz mini mozzarella ballsPesto:
1/4 cup pestoBalsamic Vinegar:
1/4 cup balsamic vinegarSalt:
1/2 tsp kosher saltInstructions
- Boil Water: Fill a large pot with water and bring it to a boil.
- Add Bouillon Cube: Drop in the 1/2 bouillon cube or chicken broth for flavor.
- Cook Pasta: Boil the pasta per package directions, then drain without rinsing.
- Mix Ingredients: Combine cooked pasta with cherry tomatoes, shallots, basil, and mozzarella in a mixing bowl.
- Add Dressing: Toss in pesto, balsamic vinegar, and salt, then mix well.
- Serve: Enjoy chilled or at room temperature.
