Pasta Salad With Mozzarella Sun Dried Tomatoes And Olives Recipe

This vibrant and refreshing pasta salad is the perfect summer dish! Made with creamy mozzarella, sweet sun-dried tomatoes, salty olives, and fresh basil, it's a light and flavorful alternative to mayo-based salads. No mayo needed! Get ready for a taste of summer in every bite. This recipe is adapted from Epicurious.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 475.5 kcal
Protein 39g
Rating 4.7 (6 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Pasta Salad With Mozzarella Sun Dried Tomatoes And Olives

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How to Make Pasta Salad With Mozzarella Sun Dried Tomatoes And Olives

  1. Combine 1/4 cup olive oil, 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, and 1 clove garlic in a food processor. Pulse until the sun-dried tomatoes are coarsely chopped but not pureed. Set the dressing aside.
  2. Cook 1 pound pasta (such as rotini or farfalle) according to package directions until al dente. Drain the pasta and transfer it to a large bowl.
  3. Pour the dressing over the hot pasta and toss to coat evenly.
  4. Let the pasta cool completely, stirring occasionally, about 20 minutes.
  5. Add 1 pint cherry or grape tomatoes, halved; 8 ounces fresh mozzarella, torn into bite-sized pieces; 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped; 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese; and 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved. Gently toss to combine.
  6. Season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
  7. Cover and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight to allow the flavors to meld. (Can be made up to 2 days ahead).
  8. Bring to room temperature before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

20 g

Sugar

12g

Fat

38g

Carbs

15g