Pasta Salad with Cherry Tomatoes, Olives, and Mozzarella - Vegetarian

The Mediterranean Bliss Pasta Salad is an enticing fusion of flavors and textures that makes it a delightful dish for any occasion. Combining juicy cherry tomatoes, savory black olives, creamy mozzarella balls, and fragrant basil, each forkful offers a refreshing bite of Mediterranean goodness. Tossed with a simple yet flavorful dressing of extra virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar, this salad is guaranteed to impress.

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Temps de préparation 15

Temps de cuisson 10

Temps total 25

Type de plat Salad

Cuisine Mediterranean

Portions servings

Calories 320 kcal

Ingrédients

2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved

1 cup black olives, pitted and halved

8 ounces ounces mozzarella balls, halved

2 cups bow-tie pasta, cooked and cooled

1/4 cup basil leaves, torn

1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil

2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar

1 teaspoon dried oregano

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

In a large mixing bowl, combine the halved cherry tomatoes, black olives, mozzarella balls, and basil leaves.
Add the cooked and cooled bow-tie pasta to the bowl.
In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.
Pour the dressing over the pasta salad ingredients and toss gently to coat everything evenly.
Let the salad sit for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together before serving.
Serve fresh or chilled, garnished with additional basil leaves if desired.

Nutrition (per 100g)

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Pasta Salad with Cherry Tomatoes, Olives, and Mozzarella – Vegetarian