Sun-Dried Tomato & Fresh Mozzarella Pasta Salad Recipe

Name: Sun-Dried Tomato & Fresh Mozzarella Pasta Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: dressing; 6 tablespoons olive oil; 1/2 cup sun-dried tomato packed in oil, drained; 1/4 cup red wine vinegar; 1 tablespoon capers, drained; 1 garlic clove, minced; salad; 1 lb medium pasta shell; 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved; 8 ounces water-packed fresh mozzarella cheese, drained and cut into 1/2 inch pieces; 1 cup fresh basil leaf, thinly sliced; 1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese; 1/2 cup chopped kalamata olive

Servings: persons

dressing
6 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup sun-dried tomato packed in oil, drained
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon capers, drained
1 garlic clove, minced
salad
1 lb medium pasta shell
2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
8 ounces water-packed fresh mozzarella cheese, drained and cut into 1/2 inch pieces
1 cup fresh basil leaf, thinly sliced
1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
1/2 cup chopped kalamata olive

1
Bring large pot of water to a boil.
2
Meanwhile, in a food processor, make dressing: combine all dressing ingredients.
3
Process until sun dried tomatoes are coarsely chopped.
4
Transfer to small bowl and set aside.
5
Add one teaspoon of salt and pasta to boiling water, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
6
Cook until pasta is tender (about 11 min.) and drain well.
7
Transfer to a large serving bowl.
8
Add dressing to hot pasta and toss to coat.
9
Let cool, stirring occasionally.
10
Add tomatoes, mozzarella,basil, Parmesan, and olives.
11
Season to taste with salt and pepper.
12
Toss to mix and serve at room temperature.

912

kcal

Calories

Fat

103

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: dressing, 6 tablespoons olive oil, 1/2 cup sun-dried tomato packed in oil, drained, 1/4 cup red wine vinegar, and more.

Yes, Sun-Dried Tomato & Fresh Mozzarella Pasta Salad falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

Sun-Dried Tomato & Fresh Mozzarella Pasta Salad

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