Description
This Bruschetta Pasta Salad is a refreshing and flavorful dish combining the classic flavors of bruschetta with pasta. The juicy tomatoes, fresh basil, and tangy balsamic vinegar glaze make this salad a perfect summer side or light main course.
Ingredients
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Bruschetta Pasta Salad:
- 4 Vine Ripen Tomatoes, or any variety, diced
- 1/2 small Red Onion, diced
- 2 tbsp Fresh Basil, chopped, plus more for garnish
- 1 Clove Garlic, minced
- 1/2 tsp Oregano
- 1/4 tsp Fine Sea Salt, more or less to taste
- 1/4 tsp Black Pepper
- 5 tbsp Extra-Virgin Olive Oil, divided
- Parmesan Cheese, Burrata, Crumbled Feta or Goat Cheese, as desired, optional
- 3 tbsp Balsamic Vinegar Glaze, as desired
- 500 g Spaghetti Pasta, or pasta of choice
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Dice the tomatoes, red onion, and fresh basil. Mince the garlic.
- Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, combine the minced garlic, oregano, salt, pepper, and 4 tbsp of olive oil. Mix well.
- Assemble the Salad: In a large bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, red onion, and fresh basil. Pour the dressing over the mixture and toss to combine.
- Cook the Pasta: Cook the spaghetti pasta according to package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- Combine: Add the cooked pasta to the tomato mixture and toss until well combined.
- Serve: Drizzle the remaining 1 tbsp of olive oil over the salad. Top with optional cheese and balsamic vinegar glaze. Garnish with extra basil.
Notes
- This salad can be served warm or cold, depending on preference.
- Feel free to customize the salad with your favorite cheese or additional vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg