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Close-up of fresh Caprese Pasta Salad showing the texture of rotini pasta and glossy balsamic drizzle.

Caprese Pasta Salad with Thick Balsamic Glaze and Fresh Basil

A fresh and vibrant Caprese Pasta Salad featuring rotini spirals, juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy mozzarella pearls, and a signature thick balsamic glaze drizzle. Perfect for summer BBQs, meal prep, or a quick 20-minute dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 6 cups
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Side Dish
Cuisine: Italian-American
Calories: 310
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Salad Ingredients
  • 16 oz Rotini Pasta 450g, cooked al dente
  • 2 cups Cherry Tomatoes 300g, halved
  • 8 oz Mini Mozzarella Pearls 225g, drained
  • 1 cup Fresh Basil Leaves 30g, whole and torn
  • 1/4 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil 60ml
  • 3 tbsp Balsamic Glaze 45ml, thick and syrupy
  • 1 tsp Kosher Salt 6g

Equipment

  • 1 Large pot For boiling pasta
  • 1 Large Ceramic Bowl For mixing and serving

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Boil rotini in salted water for 8-10 minutes until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water.
  2. In a large bowl, toss the cooled pasta with olive oil, halved cherry tomatoes, and mozzarella pearls.
  3. Add salt, pepper, and fresh basil. Drizzle the thick balsamic glaze in a zigzag pattern across the top before serving.

Notes

Ensure the pasta is completely cool before adding mozzarella.
Use a high-quality balsamic glaze for the best visual results.