Tomato and Fresh Mozzarella Pasta Salad
- Level: Easy
- Yield: 4 to 6 servings
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- Nutritional Analysis
- Per Serving
- Serving Size
- 1 of 6 servings
- Calories
- 375
- Total Fat
- 21
- Saturated Fat
- 7
- Carbohydrates
- 32
- Dietary Fiber
- 2
- Sugar
- 3
- Protein
- 14
- Cholesterol
- 29
- Sodium
- 356
- Total: 45 min
- Active: 35 min
Ingredients
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/3 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1 small shallot, minced
8 ounces dried fusilli
2 cups halved grape tomatoes
2 cups diced fresh mozzarella
1 cup torn fresh basil leaves
Directions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
- Whisk together the olive oil, vinegar, shallot, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper in a large bowl.
- Add the pasta to the boiling water and cook according to the package directions. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool; add to the bowl with the dressing.
- Add the tomatoes, mozzarella and basil to the bowl and toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper. The pasta salad is best if served right away.
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