Red White and Blue Pasta Salad
A refreshing pasta salad featuring a colorful blend of cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, and blueberries, perfect for summer gatherings.
Ingredients
For the Base
- 12 oz pasta (fusilli or rotini) You can use gluten-free pasta if you're following a gluten-free diet.
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved Red
- 1 cup mozzarella balls White
- 1 cup blueberries Blue
- 1/4 cup red onion, diced
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped If fresh basil isn’t available, try using fresh parsley or mint.
For the Sauce
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- to taste salt and pepper Be generous to enhance flavors.
Instructions
Preparation
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside to cool.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooled pasta, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella balls, blueberries, diced red onion, and chopped basil.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper until well blended.
- Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and toss gently to combine all ingredients evenly.
- Serve the salad chilled or at room temperature, allowing it to sit for 10-15 minutes after dressing for the flavors to meld.
Notes
This salad is perfect for picnics and potlucks. Always use the freshest ingredients for the best flavor.