Caprese Pasta Salad
"The fresh flavors of Caprese in a pasta salad I love the fresh flavors of a Caprese salad: mozzarella, basil, and tomatoes, drizzled with balsamic. So “old country.” A pasta salad version couldn’t go wrong. Did you know? Caprese salad is a simple Italian salad, made of sliced fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, and basil, seasoned with salt and olive oil. It is occasionally paired with arugula. The usual presentation is an arrangement on a plate. Like "Pizza Margherita, it fe…..."
INGREDIENTS
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2 cups dry pasta radiatore or fusilli
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8 oz. fresh mozzarella balls pearl size
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1 pt. grape tomatoes halved
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2 TB thinly sliced basil plus more for garnish if desired
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Balsamic glaze for drizzling
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1/4 c. extra-virgin olive oil
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1½ TB red wine vinegar
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½ tsp. Italian seasoning
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1 small clove garlic minced
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Salt and pepper to taste
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