Italian Tomato and Pasta Salad
Bursting with vibrant Mediterranean flavors, this Italian Tomato and Pasta Salad is a refreshing and delightful dish that’s perfect for any occasion. Al dente pasta is tossed with juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy mozzarella balls, fragrant fresh basil, and briny black olives, then dressed in a zesty homemade vinaigrette featuring extra-virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, and a hint of dried oregano. Ready in just 30 minutes, this easy-to-make salad is ideal for summer picnics, potlucks, or a light, satisfying lunch. Serve it chilled or at room temperature for a simple yet elegant side dish that highlights the best of Italian cuisine. Keywords: Italian pasta salad, tomato and pasta salad, mozzarella salad recipe, Mediterranean side dish, easy summer recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 grams Pasta (fusilli, penne, or farfalle)
- 250 grams Cherry tomatoes, halved
- 20 grams Fresh basil leaves, torn
- 150 grams Mozzarella balls (bocconcini), halved
- 50 grams Black olives, pitted and sliced
- 3 tablespoons Extra-virgin olive oil
- 1.5 tablespoons Red wine vinegar
- 1 clove Garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes.
Drain the pasta and rinse it under cold water to stop the cooking process. Let it cool completely and transfer to a large mixing bowl.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to make the vinaigrette.
Add the halved cherry tomatoes, torn basil leaves, halved mozzarella balls, and sliced black olives to the bowl with the cooled pasta.
Pour the vinaigrette over the pasta and vegetables. Toss gently to coat everything evenly.
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve chilled or at room temperature as a side dish or light main course. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1348 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 78.9 g | 101% | |
| Saturated Fat | 23.9 g | 119% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 80 mg | 27% | |
| Sodium | 1850 mg | 80% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 113.4 g | 41% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.0 g | 39% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.2 g | ||
| Protein | 47.8 g | 96% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 668 mg | 51% | |
| Iron | 5.8 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 933 mg | 20% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
