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Strawberry Caprese Salad
Strawberry Caprese Salad is a refreshing summer salad bursting with fresh flavors. Easy to make, this sweeter version of caprese is vibrant and fun to try!
- Prep time
- 10 min
- Cook time
- 10 min
- Yield
- 4 servings
- Difficulty
- MEDIUM
Ingredients
Quantities are shown as originally provided.
- 8 ounces cavatappi (or pasta of choice)
- 10 ounces strawberries (trimmed and halved)
- 8 ounces mini mozzarella cheese balls
- ½ cup fresh basil
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar (optional)
- Sea salt (to taste)
- black pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- 1
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil; cook the pasta according to package instructions al dente; drain and transfer to a large serving bowl.
- 2
Add the strawberries and mozzarella. Drizzle the olive oil on top and season with salt and pepper. Carefully toss to coat the ingredients with the dressing. Sprinkle with basil leaves.