Description
Red White and Blue Pasta is a captivating dish that embodies the spirit of summer celebrations. Featuring a colorful combination of juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and fragrant basil, it’s drizzled with a zesty dressing for an explosion of flavor in every bite. Ideal for Fourth of July picnics or casual gatherings, this pasta is not only delicious but also visually stunning, making it a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fusilli pasta
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup fresh mozzarella balls
- ½ cup fresh basil leaves
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the fusilli pasta in salted boiling water until al dente (about 8-10 minutes). Drain and rinse under cold water.
- While the pasta cooks, wash and halve the cherry tomatoes.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper to create the dressing.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella balls, and basil leaves. Drizzle with the dressing and toss gently.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Serve warm or chilled on a platter garnished with additional basil.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: - For added protein, consider tossing in grilled chicken or shrimp. - Substitute fusilli with whole grain or gluten-free pasta based on your preference. - Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.