FRESH MOZZARELLA PASTA SALAD
A take on a traditional Caprese, but modified into a light summer pasta salad that goes great with anything off the grill, or just on its own. When I eat it on its own, I sometimes add about a cup of any chunked, cold sausage (I suggest pepperoni or a lighter summer sausage). Any pasta is fine, but I like the orzo's size.
Provided by Meghan
Categories Salad 100+ Pasta Salad Recipes Italian Pasta Salad Recipes
Time 25m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil over high heat. Stir in the orzo, and return to a boil. Cook the pasta uncovered, stirring occasionally, until cooked through, but still firm to the bite, about 10 minutes. Drain well, and let cool.
- Mix the mozzarella cheese cubes, tomatoes, basil, crushed red pepper flakes, and salt with olive oil in a salad bowl. Gently mix in the orzo pasta, and toss lightly to coat the ingredients with oil.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 370 calories, Carbohydrate 42.5 g, Cholesterol 35.4 mg, Fat 14.4 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 16 g, SaturatedFat 7.2 g, Sodium 69 mg, Sugar 3.4 g
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