Bruschetta Pasta Salad With Mini Mozzarella Balls
Experience the delightful flavors of summer with this Bruschetta Pasta Salad With Mini Mozzarella Balls. This vibrant dish combines al dente pasta, juicy cherry tomatoes, aromatic garlic, and fresh basil, all brought together by a light dressing of olive oil and apple cider vinegar. Perfect for any occasion, whether you’re hosting a barbecue or preparing a quick lunch, this salad is not only delicious but also incredibly easy to make in just over 30 minutes. Serve it as a refreshing side or a satisfying main course; it’s guaranteed to impress your friends and family. Plus, with the option to customize ingredients to your liking, you can easily make this dish your own!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups dry small pasta
- 24 ounces cherry tomatoes, halved
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 small shallot, chopped
- 6 ounces mini mozzarella balls, halved
- 1 ounce fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 large slices sourdough bread
- 1.5 teaspoons olive oil for bread
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in boiling water according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine cherry tomatoes, minced garlic, shallot, mini mozzarella balls, olive oil, apple cider vinegar, basil, salt, and pepper. Toss gently.
- Toast bread slices until golden brown; crumble into breadcrumbs. Sauté in olive oil until crispy.
- Add cooked pasta and breadcrumbs to the tomato mixture. Mix well and adjust seasoning if needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 25mg