Caprese Pasta Salad

Name: Caprese Pasta Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 8 min
Total time: 23 min
Yield: Serves: 8
Ingredients: Salt and pepper; 1 recipe Basic Vinaigrette; 1 large shallot, finely chopped (about 1/4 cup); 2 cloves garlic, minced; 3 cups cherry tomatoes, halved (about 1 lb.); ⅓ cup pitted, chopped kalamata olives; 1 pound short pasta such as cavatappi or penne; ½ cup torn fresh basil leaves or baby arugula; 1 pound mozzarella balls, quartered if large or halved if small; 2 tablespoons finely grated Parmesan

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This Caprese Pasta Salad recipe is made up of delicious mozzarella balls, cherry tomatoes, and fresh basil. We love the way our Basic Vinaigrette complements this refreshing summer side or main dish, but you can always customize the recipe if you prefer a milder taste.

Recipe by MyRecipes May 2014

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