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Caprese Tortellini Salad with Strawberries
A simple summer salad which is filling enough for a light meal, but makes for a great side at picnics or bbq's. Use the best tomatoes, mozzarella, pasta and basil you can find. A light white balsamic vinaigrette is all that is needed to finish it. And fresh strawberries add their sweet flavour perfectly.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Servings 4
Ingredients
Salad
- 6 oz stuffed tortellini pasta, your choice, or 175 grams
- 1-2 tsp extra virgin olive oil
- 8 oz mini bocconcini balls, sliced in half, or 225 grams
- 1 1/2 cups halved cherry tomatoes
- 1/2 cup halved strawberries, or quartered if large
- 1/3 cup fresh chiffonaded basil leaves
Dressing
- 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil, use a good one
- 2 1/2 tbsp white balsamic vinegar
- 1 small to medium garlic clove, finely minced
- 1 tsp sea salt, plus more for finishing
- 1 tsp coarse ground black pepper, plus more for finishing
Instructions
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Prepare the pasta as per the package instructions. Rinse and drain under cool water once fully cooked. Place in a large bowl and toss with olive oil. This will help keep the pasta from sticking together. This can be prepared in advance and stored in the fridge till needed.
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In a large bowl combine the tomatoes, strawberries and tortellini. Add 3/4 of the shredded basil leaves. These can also be made in advance before assembling.
Prepare the dressing.
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Combine all the ingredients in a small bowl or jar. Whisk well, or Cover the jar and shake well. Taste and re-season as desired.
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Drizzle 3-4 tablespoons over the salad and toss gently. Taste and see how much more dressing you would like to add.
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Plate and garnish with the remaining basil, and a scattering of salt and pepper.
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Serve the extra dressing on the side for those who want more.
Recipe Notes
There should be leftover dressing, use it throughout the week.
This will feed four as a light dinner. It will feed 6-8 as a side dish.
Riff on a salad found over at FoodieCrush