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5 from 1 vote

Roasted Tomato Caprese Pasta Salad

Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Calories:

Ingredients

  • 1 pound of whole grain pasta farfalle, or other small shape
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 cups cherry or grape tomatoes
  • 3 large cloves fresh garlic minced
  • 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 12 pieces of bocconcini small fresh mozzarella, sliced in half
  • 1 cup grilled corn from about 2 large ears (optional)
  • ¼ cup prepared pesto
  • 4-5 large basil leaves

Instructions

  • Cook the pasta in salted water, until it is al dente, according to package directions. Drain, rinse with cold water, and set aside in a large mixing bowl to cool.
  • While the pasta is cooking, prepare the tomatoes:
  • In a large saute pan, heat the olive oil on medium-high heat, and add the tomatoes and garlic. Sauté the tomatoes until they start to pop and break down.
  • Reduce the heat to medium, and let the tomatoes roast for about 10 minutes until they start to caramelize and the juices thicken. Stir in the balsamic vinegar.
  • Add the Parmesan cheese and remove the tomatoes from the heat.
  • Let the tomatoes cool for about 10 minutes, and then add them to the pasta.
  • Add the bocconcini, grilled corn, and pesto, and stir everything to combine.
  • Slice the fresh basil into thin strips, and sprinkle them over the top of the pasta just before serving.

Notes

This pasta can be served warm or cold.