If you're in the mood for a heartier version of the Caprese salad, try making a Caprese pasta salad. Here's what you'll need: - 8 ounces of pasta (penne or fusilli work well) - 2 cups of cherry tomatoes, halved - 8 ounces of fresh mozzarella cheese, cubed - A handful of fresh basil leaves, torn - 1/4 cup of extra virgin olive oil - 2 tablespoons of balsamic vinegar - Salt and pepper to taste Start by cooking the pasta according to the package instructions. Once cooked, drain and rinse the pasta under cold water to cool it down. In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella cheese, and torn basil leaves. Drizzle with extra virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Toss everything together until well combined. Allow the flavors to meld together by refrigerating the pasta salad for at least 30 minutes before serving. This Caprese pasta salad is a perfect dish for picnics, potlucks, or as a light summer dinner. The ... Leer más
