SPAGHETTI SALAD WITH BALSAMIC AND BASIL DRESSING

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This pasta mimics a Caprese salad, so if you love those flavors you'll adore this salad. With fresh tomatoes, creamy mozzarella and basil it just screams summer. We love how the pasta soaks up the tangy balsamic flavor from the dressing. This will be a great side or even a light meal on a hot summer day. For a beautiful...

Provided by Gretchen ***

Categories     Pasta Salads

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 14

SALAD
8 oz spaghetti, broken into thirds
6 oz mozzarella cheese, diced (1 1/4 cup)
1 1/2 c diced tomatoes
1/2 c diced Vidalia onion
DRESSING
1/4 c olive oil, extra virgin
1/4 c balsamic vinegar
5-6 fresh basil leaves, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tsp sugar
1/4 tsp Italian seasoning blend
1/4 tsp salt
freshly ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • 1. Cook pasta to desired doneness as directed on the package.
  • 2. Drain and rinse with cold water.
  • 3. In a bowl, combine cooked and cooled pasta with the remaining salad ingredients.
  • 4. In a small jar with lid, combine dressing ingredients. Shake well.
  • 5. Pour over salad and toss to coat. Chill for 8 hours or overnight.

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