Description
Bruschetta Pasta Salad is a delightful and vibrant dish that combines the fresh flavors of cherry tomatoes and basil with al dente pasta, all tossed in a tangy balsamic vinaigrette. This refreshing salad is perfect for picnics, brunches, or as a light lunch at home. With its customizable nature, you can add proteins like chicken or turkey to make it heartier, making it suitable for any gathering. Not only does it taste amazing, but it’s also easy to prepare and can be made ahead of time, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully. Impress your guests with this colorful dish that promises to be a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound pasta (bow tie or penne)
- 3 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water; set aside.
- In a mixing bowl, combine cherry tomatoes, red onion, basil, and garlic.
- Whisk together balsamic vinegar and olive oil; season with salt and pepper.
- Pour vinaigrette over the tomato mixture and let sit for 10–15 minutes.
- Combine cooked pasta with tomato mixture and fold in fresh mozzarella and Parmesan cheese if desired.
- Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg