Description
Bruschetta Pasta Salad is a refreshing dish that captures the essence of summer with its vibrant flavors. Bursting with ripe cherry tomatoes, fragrant basil, and zesty garlic, this salad is perfect for potlucks, picnics, or a cozy dinner at home. Quick to prepare and visually stunning, it’s sure to impress your guests and become a favorite at any gathering. Enjoy this delightful fusion of fresh ingredients that transports you straight to an Italian terrace!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups short pasta (e.g., penne or fusilli)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ½ cup fresh basil leaves, roughly chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and cool under cold water.
- In a large bowl, combine cooled pasta, cherry tomatoes, minced garlic, and basil.
- Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic vinegar; season with salt and pepper. Toss gently to combine.
- Chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes before serving to enhance flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg