Sun-Dried Tomato & Fresh Mozzarella Pasta Salad

A great non mayo pasta salad that's a little more posh than the norm. Especially nice if you are a fan of sun-dried tomatoes and fresh mozzarella.
- Ready In:
- 21mins
- Serves:
- Units:
2
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ingredients
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dressing
- 6 tablespoons olive oil
- 1⁄2 cup sun-dried tomato packed in oil, drained
- 1⁄4 cup red wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon capers, drained
- 1 garlic clove, minced
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salad
- 1 lb medium pasta shell
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 8 ounces water-packed fresh mozzarella cheese, drained and cut into 1/2 inch pieces
- 1 cup fresh basil leaf, thinly sliced
- 1⁄2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- 1⁄2 cup chopped kalamata olive
directions
- Bring large pot of water to a boil.
- Meanwhile, in a food processor, make dressing: combine all dressing ingredients.
- Process until sun dried tomatoes are coarsely chopped.
- Transfer to small bowl and set aside.
- Add one teaspoon of salt and pasta to boiling water, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Cook until pasta is tender (about 11 min.) and drain well.
- Transfer to a large serving bowl.
- Add dressing to hot pasta and toss to coat.
- Let cool, stirring occasionally.
- Add tomatoes, mozzarella,basil, Parmesan, and olives.
- Season to taste with salt and pepper.
- Toss to mix and serve at room temperature.
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