Barilla Penne Pasta Caprese Salad with Bocconcini and Cherry Tomatoes
Barilla Penne Pasta Caprese Salad with Bocconcini and Cherry Tomatoes
Easy pasta salad of cherry tomatoes, creamy bocconcini cheese, fresh basil and olive oil
30 minutes total
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Looking for quick and easy meal ideas? This effortless Caprese pasta salad is one your whole family will love. This recipe is a testament to the beauty of simplicity, blending perfectly al dente Barilla Penne Rigate pasta with cherry tomatoes, creamy bocconcini cheese and fresh basil, in a burst of vibrant Italian flavours. Easy to make ahead, and delicious to enjoy cold!
Ingredients
Serves 5
1 box | Barilla Penne Rigate pasta |
2 pts | multicolour cherry tomatoes, halved |
8 oz | bocconcini or cherry-sized mozzarella, halved |
8 | leaves basil, sliced |
5 tbsp | extra virgin olive oil, divided |
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
Place pot of water to boil, cook Barilla Penne Rigate pasta according to package directions. Drain 1 minute short of recommended cooking time. Drizzle with 1 tbsp olive oil and cool down flat on a sheet pan.
Step 2
Meanwhile, gather all the other ingredients in a bowl and mix well.
Step 3
Stir in cold Barilla Penne Rigate pasta and let flavours combine for 20 minutes before serving.
Penne Rigate
Penne is one of the most famous Italian pasta shapes and is beloved across Italy. Penne, which means 'pen' in Italian, gets its name from its shape. The tube shape with angled ends was inspired by the quill of an old-style ink pen. Its ridged tubes are perfect for capturing sauces and the rugged texture adds depth to dishes, making it a popular choice for baked pasta dishes and hearty sauces.
- Shape Short en-ca
- Cook time 11 mins
- Pack size 410 g
- Range Classic Blue Box
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