Smoked Mozzarella Pasta Salad
Elevate your summer gatherings with this vibrant Smoked Mozzarella Pasta Salad! A medley of tender penne pasta, creamy smoked mozzarella, juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp red bell pepper, and earthy Kalamata olives is brought to life with a flavorful homemade dressing. The balsamic vinaigrette, enriched with Dijon mustard, garlic, and dried oregano, adds a tangy sophistication that perfectly complements fresh baby spinach for a refreshing finish. Quick to prepare in just 25 minutes and ideal for chilling, this dish is a crowd-pleaser whether served at a picnic, potluck, or as a light weekday dinner. Packed with bold flavors and healthy veggies, it's the ultimate combination of indulgence and nutrition!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 ounces Penne pasta
- 8 ounces Smoked mozzarella cheese
- 2 cups Cherry tomatoes
- 3 cups Fresh baby spinach
- 1 large Red bell pepper
- 1 cup Kalamata olives
- 0.25 cup Extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 0.5 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain the pasta and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside.
While the pasta cooks, dice the smoked mozzarella into bite-sized cubes. Halve the cherry tomatoes and chop the red bell pepper into small pieces. Set the vegetables aside.
In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta, smoked mozzarella, cherry tomatoes, chopped red bell pepper, Kalamata olives, and baby spinach.
Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
Refrigerate the pasta salad for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Serve chilled or at room temperature. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3083 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 171.5 g | 220% | |
| Saturated Fat | 48.0 g | 240% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 162 mg | 54% | |
| Sodium | 5712 mg | 248% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 290.9 g | 106% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 32.3 g | 115% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.4 g | ||
| Protein | 95.1 g | 190% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.2 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 1542 mg | 119% | |
| Iron | 23.5 mg | 131% | |
| Potassium | 1601 mg | 34% | |
*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.
