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Delicious Bruschetta Pasta Salad: Your New Go-To Summer Side Dish

This vibrant bruschetta pasta salad combines all the fresh flavors of traditional Italian bruschetta with the satisfying heartiness of pasta. Perfect for summer gatherings, meal prep, or a light family dinner, this recipe delivers maximum flavor with minimal effort.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 8 oz short pasta (fusilli, penne, or farfalle work well)
  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes, quartered
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup fresh mozzarella pearls (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons pine nuts, toasted (optional)

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Cook the pasta according to package directions in well-salted water. Drain and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process.
  2. While pasta cooks, prepare the bruschetta mixture. In a large bowl, combine quartered cherry tomatoes, chopped basil, minced garlic, and diced red onion.
  3. Whisk together olive oil and balsamic glaze. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Add the cooled pasta to the bruschetta mixture. Pour the dressing over everything and toss gently to combine.
  5. If using, add mozzarella pearls and toasted pine nuts. Toss once more and let sit for 15 minutes to allow flavors to meld.

Notes

This salad tastes better after sitting for a few hours as flavors marry nicely. Use short, sturdy pasta shapes like fusilli or penne. Always rinse cooked pasta with cold water to remove excess starch. Can be made ahead and stored in refrigerator for up to 3 days.