Description
Caprese Pasta is a vibrant dish that captures the essence of summer with its fresh flavors. Juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and aromatic basil come together in this quick and easy recipe, making it perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. With minimal ingredients and preparation time, you can impress your guests while enjoying a delicious meal that celebrates Italian cuisine.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella balls (bocconcini or ciliegine)
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves, torn
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp balsamic glaze
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook spaghetti in salted boiling water until al dente (about 8-10 minutes). Drain and toss with 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked spaghetti, halved cherry tomatoes, and mozzarella balls. Gently mix.
- Drizzle remaining olive oil over the pasta mixture and season with salt and pepper. Toss well.
- Add torn basil leaves and mix until evenly distributed.
- Serve on plates with a drizzle of balsamic glaze on top.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg