Bow Tie Caprese Pasta Salad with Italian Dressing
This bow tie Caprese pasta salad is a simple and delicious cold pasta salad with delicious fresh flavors of basil, mozzarella cheese, and ripe cherry tomatoes.
Servings 8 servings
Calories 276kcal
Ingredients
- ¾ lb. bow tie pasta
- 3 large fresh basil leaves thinly sliced (chiffonade)
- 2 cups cherry or grape tomatoes halved or quartered
- 1 cup fresh mozzarella pearls or small chopped pieces
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese grated
- 1 cup Italian dressing more if needed
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package directions, following the al dente directions. Drain and rinse with cold water, and then place the cooled pasta in a large bowl.¾ lb. bow tie pasta
- Add halved cherry tomatoes, chopped basil leaves, mozzarella, and Italian dressing to the top of the cooked pasta.3 large fresh basil leaves, 2 cups cherry or grape tomatoes, 1 cup fresh mozzarella, 1 cup Italian dressing
- Gently stir the main ingredients to evenly coat the pasta.
- Top with freshly grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper to taste.salt and pepper to taste, ½ cup Parmesan cheese
Notes
Follow the recipe card exactly for best results.
Add additional Italian dressing if needed.
Cook pasta in salted water.
Store caprese pasta salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 276kcal | Carbohydrates: 37.4g | Protein: 12.4g | Fat: 8.3g
