Pasta Caprese Recipe

Name: Pasta Caprese
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil (see note above); 2 -4 teaspoons fresh lemon juice, from 1 lemon (see note above); 1 small garlic clove, minced (about 1/2 teaspoon); 1 small shallot, minced fine (about 2 tablespoons); salt & fresh ground pepper, to taste; 1 12 lbs ripe tomatoes, cored, seeded, and cut into 1/2-inch dice; 12 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, cut into 1/2-inch cubes (see note above); 1 lb pasta (short tubular or curly, such as penne, fusilli, or campanelle); 1 tablespoon salt; ¼ cup chopped fresh basil; 1 teaspoon sugar (see note above)

Servings: persons

¼ cup extra virgin olive oil (see note above)
2 -4 teaspoons fresh lemon juice, from 1 lemon (see note above)
1 small garlic clove, minced (about 1/2 teaspoon)
1 small shallot, minced fine (about 2 tablespoons)
salt & fresh ground pepper, to taste
1 12 lbs ripe tomatoes, cored, seeded, and cut into 1/2-inch dice
12 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, cut into 1/2-inch cubes (see note above)
1 lb pasta (short tubular or curly, such as penne, fusilli, or campanelle)
1 tablespoon salt
¼ cup chopped fresh basil
1 teaspoon sugar (see note above)

1
Whisk oil, 2 teaspoons lemon juice, garlic, shallot, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper together in large bowl.
2
Add tomatoes and gently toss to combine and set aside.
3
(Do not marinate tomatoes for longer than 45 minutes.
4
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5
While tomatoes are marinating, place mozzarella on plate and freeze until slightly firm, about 10 minutes.
6
Bring 4 quarts water to rolling boil in stockpot.
7
Add 1 tablespoon salt and pasta; stir to separate, and cook until al dente.
8
Drain well.
9
Add pasta and mozzarella to tomato mixture and gently toss to combine.
10
Let stand for 5 minutes.
11
Gently stir in basil; adjust seasonings with salt, pepper, and additional lemon juice or sugar, if necessary, and serve immediately.

841

kcal

Calories

Fat

100

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil (see note above), 2 -4 teaspoons fresh lemon juice, from 1 lemon (see note above), 1 small garlic clove, minced (about 1/2 teaspoon), 1 small shallot, minced fine (about 2 tablespoons), and more.

Yes, Pasta Caprese falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Pasta Caprese

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