My Caprese Pasta Salad is simple to prepare and uses only a handful of ingredients and tastes delicious!

I first made this pasta salad for Christmas Day because I wanted something that looked fun and festive. With it’s pop’s of red, white and green this salad is sure to delight on the Christmas table. But it is just as fabulous all year round. We love it for work lunches and it’s great for a pot luck too.

What ingredients are in Caprese Pasta Salad:

Pasta, I have used bow ties but similar pasta works well like penne or macaroni
Olive oil
Balsamic vinegar
Garlic
Salt and pepper
Juice of half a lemon
Bocconcini mozzarella balls, or you can use a large mozzarella and slice it up
Basil
Cherry Tomatoes

How to make Caprese Pasta Salad:

Cook the pasta in your Biroix pot in salted boiling water as per packet instructions.

While the pasta is cooking, take a large bowl and add the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, garlic, salt and pepper, lemon juice, tomatoes & cheese, mix well.

Slice the basil leaves.

Once the pasta is cooked al dente, drain well and add back to the Biroix pot, tip in the tomato mixture and mix well. Add the basil and taste. Adjust seasoning if needed. Serve with extra balsamic on the side.

If you are looking for more recipes with festive vibes check out my posts for Smoked Salmon Wreath and Miso Glazed Salmon.

Common questions about Caprese Pasta Salad:

Can I make it in advance? You sure can, you can make it a day prior and store in the fridge.

What else can I add? Both Prosciutto and extra balsamic glaze are lovely additions.

What wine would suit this dish? Either a sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Gris would be perfect.