Peach Caprese Pasta Salad
Sweet peaches pair perfectly with herby basil, soft mozzarella, juicy cherry tomatoes, and a tangy balsamic dressing in this peach caprese pasta salad.
Servings 6 servings
Calories 295kcal
Ingredients
Balsamic Dressing
- 1/3 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon honey or agave nectar
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Pasta Salad
- 1 lb pasta (penne, cavatappi, spiral, etc.)
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella (pearls or a ball cut into 1/4-inch cubes)
- 3 medium peaches, pitted and diced into 1/2-inch cubes
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup firmly-packed arugula
- 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Balsamic Dressing
- In a small bowl, whisk balsamic, mustard, honey, and oregano. Slowly drizzle in olive oil whisking constantly until dressing is smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste and set aside.
Pasta Salad
- Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain pasta, rinse in cold water to cool, and place in a large bowl.
- Add mozzarella, peaches, cherry tomatoes, arugula, basil, and balsamic dressing to pasta and toss well until evenly coated. Season salad with salt and pepper to taste and refrigerate until ready to serve. Enjoy!
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Notes
Storing Instructions
Store salad in refrigerator up to 4 days.
Nutrition
Serving: 8 oz salad | Calories: 295kcal | Carbohydrates: 17.7g | Protein: 9.4g | Fat: 19.7g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 40mg | Sodium: 190mg | Potassium: 264mg | Fiber: 2.3g | Sugar: 8.7g | Calcium: 183mg | Iron: 1mg