Barilla Cellentani Caprese Pasta Salad
Barilla Cellentani Caprese Pasta Salad
This Cellentani caprese pasta salad is the perfect refreshing dish to bring to your summer BBQ
25 minutes total
- Basil
- Beginner
- Black Pepper
- Cheese
- Lemon/Lemon Zest
- Mozzarella Cheese
- Quick and Easy Recipes
- Short
- Summer and Pasta Salad Recipes
- Tomato
- Veggies
This Cellentani Caprese Pasta Salad recipe is the perfect refreshing dish to bring to your summer BBQ. Inspired by the classic Italian Caprese salad, this easy dinner idea combines juicy grape tomatoes, fresh basil, and creamy mozzarella cheese balls, all tossed with Barilla® Cellentani pasta. The simple olive oil and lemon juice dressing enhances the vibrant flavors, making this pasta salad a delightful and satisfying choice for any occasion. Quick to prepare and bursting with fresh ingredients, it's sure to be a hit at your next gathering.
Chef Lorenzo Boni Recipes
Ingredients
Serves 7
1 box | Barilla Cellentani pasta |
2 pts | grape tomatoes, mixed colour, halved |
4 tbsp | extra virgin olive oil, divided |
4 tbsp | lemon juice |
8 | basil leaves, julienned |
2 cups | small mozzarella cheese balls, halved |
To taste | salt and black pepper |
Disclaimer
Individuals with allergies or specific dietary concerns should verify that the ingredients they utilize for the recipes comply with their restrictions. *Such a line meets the VEGAN, GLUTEN FREE, LACTOSE-FREE AND KOSHER needs
Method
Step 1
Bring a large pot of water to boil. Cook Barilla Cellentani pasta according to package directions and drain. Drizzle pasta with 1 tbsp olive oil and place on a sheet tray to cool down. Set aside.
Step 2
In a large bowl, combine tomatoes, basil, remaining olive oil and cheese. Season with salt and pepper. Add pasta, stir, and enjoy!
Cellentani
A delightful corkscrew-shaped pasta, Barilla Cellentani is as fun to look at as it is to eat. With its tubular centre and ridged surface, Cellentani is perfect for a hearty pasta meal, capturing every drop of your favourite sauce and trapping vegetables, meat or fish in every delicious forkful. Barilla Cellentani is also a favourite for cold pasta salads and casseroles.
- Shape Short en-ca
- Cook time 11 mins
- Pack size 340 g
- Range Classic Blue Box
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