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

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Ingredients for Pasta Salad With Mozzarella Sun Dried Tomatoes And Olives

1/4 cup olive oil
Sun Dried Tomato Packed In Oil
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
Capers
1 clove garlic
Fusilli
Tomatoes
Mozzarella Cheese
Fresh Basil Leaf
Parmesan Cheese
Oil Cured Black Olive

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

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.
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.
Pour the dressing over the hot pasta and toss to coat evenly.
Let the pasta cool completely, stirring occasionally, about 20 minutes.
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.
Season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight to allow the flavors to meld. (Can be made up to 2 days ahead).
Bring to room temperature before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

20 g

Sugar

12g

Fat

38g

Carbs

15g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Pasta Salad With Mozzarella Sun Dried Tomatoes And Olives?

Pasta Salad With Mozzarella Sun Dried Tomatoes And Olives takes about 55 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 35 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Pasta Salad With Mozzarella Sun Dried Tomatoes And Olives?

Pasta Salad With Mozzarella Sun Dried Tomatoes And Olives has approximately 475.5 calories per serving, with about 39 g protein, 15 g carbohydrates and 35 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Pasta Salad With Mozzarella Sun Dried Tomatoes And Olives?

The key ingredients for Pasta Salad With Mozzarella Sun Dried Tomatoes And Olives are Olive Oil, Sun Dried Tomato Packed In Oil, Red Wine Vinegar, Capers, Garlic, Fusilli. See the full list with measurements above.