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Caprese Pasta Salad (GF & Easy)

This Caprese Pasta Salad is loaded with fresh mozzarella, grape tomatoes and basil. Super quick & easy to throw together and is the perfect make ahead salad for any occasion.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: Lunch/Dinner, Salads, Sides
Cuisine: Gluten Free, Italian
Servings: 8
Calories: 371kcal
Author: Stephanie

Ingredients

  • 8 ounces Gluten Free pasta
  • 2 cups grape or cherry tomatoes sliced
  • 1 cup fresh mozzarella cheese balls
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • handful of fresh chopped basil
  • ½ cup olive oil
  • 3 tbsp. balsamic vinegar
  • ¼ tsp. dried oregano
  • salt & pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Cook pasta according to package directions and rinse thoroughly with cold water.
  • Drain completely and place in large mixing bowl.
  • Add remaining ingredients and toss together.
  • Allow time for flavors to marinate prior to serving.
  • Taste for salt & pepper before serving.

Notes

You can also cut up fresh mozzarella yourself. 
I like to use ciliegine (which is the smaller mozzarella balls) mainly for the nice presentation. 😉
*Nutrition Disclaimer

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 371kcal | Carbohydrates: 48.6g | Protein: 7.5g | Fat: 16.2g | Saturated Fat: 3.6g | Cholesterol: 10mg | Sodium: 59mg | Potassium: 116mg | Sugar: 2.3g | Calcium: 93mg | Iron: 1mg