Caprese Pasta Salad: The Best Easy Recipe with Turkey Bacon
This Caprese Pasta Salad with Turkey Bacon is a delightful blend of fresh ingredients, offering a quick and easy meal option.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
- 8 ounces pasta
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup mozzarella balls
- 1/2 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 4 slices turkey bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions.
- Drain and rinse under cold water to cool.
- In a large bowl, combine pasta, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, basil, and turkey bacon.
- In a small bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar and olive oil, then season with salt and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and toss gently to combine.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes to blend flavors.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding avocado or bell peppers.
- This salad can be made ahead of time for meal prep.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 20 grams
- Saturated Fat: 5 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 30 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 15 grams
- Cholesterol: 15 mg
Keywords: Caprese Pasta Salad, Pasta Salad Recipe, Easy Pasta Salad