High Protein Caprese Pasta Salad | 5-Star Easy Dinner Idea
High Protein Caprese Pasta Salad – A light, fresh, and gluten-free dish packed with protein and fiber. Perfect for a quick lunch or light summer dinner, and easily made vegan!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Entree
- Method: Summer
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
- 1 (8 ounce) package Explore Cuisine Organic Chickpea Fusilli
- 1 lb cocktail tomatoes, quartered (about 18)
- 8 ounces marinated mozzarella balls or vegan mozzarella
- ½ cup chopped fresh basil
- ¼ cup pesto (store-bought or homemade)
- 3 tsp balsamic vinegar
- ½ tsp salt
- ⅛ tsp black pepper
Instructions
1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain well and let cool slightly.
2. Transfer the pasta to a large mixing bowl.
3. Add the quartered cocktail tomatoes, mozzarella, chopped basil, pesto, balsamic vinegar, salt, and black pepper.
4. Toss everything well to combine.
5. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
6. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
Use vegan mozzarella to make this dish completely plant-based. For extra flavor, drizzle with additional balsamic glaze before serving. This salad holds up well in the fridge, making it great for meal prep or potlucks.
Find it online: https://cookingwithramsay.com/high-protein-caprese-pasta-salad/