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Bruschetta Pasta Salad

Bruschetta Pasta Salad with Creamy Mozzarella Goodness

This Bruschetta Pasta Salad is a refreshing, vibrant dish featuring garden-fresh ingredients, perfect for summer gatherings.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cups pasta small shape, dry
  • 24 ounces cherry tomatoes halved
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 0.5 small shallot chopped
  • 6 ounces mini bocconcini halved
  • 1 ounce fresh basil leaves chopped
For the Dressing
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • salt & pepper to taste
Optional Crunch
  • 2 large slices sourdough bread optional for homemade breadcrumbs

Equipment

  • large pot
  • colander
  • Salad bowl
  • food processor
  • Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cook the pasta in salted boiling water for 8-10 minutes until al dente, then drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. In a large salad bowl, combine cherry tomatoes, garlic, and shallot, then fold in bocconcini, olive oil, and red wine vinegar; season with salt and pepper.
  3. Toast the sourdough bread slices until golden, then process into breadcrumbs and toast in olive oil for 5 minutes.
  4. Combine the cooled pasta with the salad mixture and fold in the breadcrumbs.
  5. Serve immediately or refrigerate to chill for 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 12gFat: 26gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For the best texture, keep breadcrumbs separate until just before serving. This salad can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to 2 days.

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