Creamy Caprese Pasta Salad with Balsamic Mayonnaise (Print-Friendly Version)
Rotini, tomatoes and mozzarella are dressed with balsamic mayonnaise. The creamy dressing gives this version a different finish from the olive-oil Caprese salad.
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House placeholder — AdSense units launch here# Ingredients You’ll Need:
01 - 1 lb rotini pasta
02 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
03 - 1 cup fresh mozzarella balls, halved
04 - 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
05 - 1/2 cup mayonnaise
06 - 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
07 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
08 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
09 - Salt and pepper to taste
# How to Make It:
01 - Cook rotini according to the package until tender but firm. Drain, rinse briefly with cool water, and drain very thoroughly. Cool promptly before adding cheese and mayonnaise.
02 - Halve tomatoes and mozzarella balls; drain any packing liquid from the cheese. Chop basil shortly before mixing.
03 - Whisk mayonnaise with balsamic vinegar, olive oil and garlic powder. Taste and season with salt and pepper.
04 - Fold cooled pasta, tomatoes and mozzarella with the dressing until evenly coated. Fold in basil gently.
05 - Cover and chill for at least thirty minutes. Toss again before serving and keep the serving bowl chilled.