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Bold & Bright Caprese Pasta
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Italian Pasta Salad with a Twist

Fresh Caprese pasta salad with crispy prosciutto and balsamic dressing—perfect for summer lunches or entertaining
Servings 4 people

Ingredients

  • 1 package pasta of choice
  • 2 cups Boccaccini
  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cup spinach chopped
  • 1/4 cup basil chopped
  • 4-6 pieces prosciutto
  • 2 tbsp balsamic glaze
  • salt & pepper
  • Dressing
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 1/3 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 1 garlic clove grated
  • 2 tsp dijon mustard
  • salt & pepper

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook according to box instructions.
  • Place prosciutto on the lined baking sheet and cook for 15 minutes until crispy.
  • Once pasta is cooked, let it cool and add to a large bowl. Add cherry tomatoes, bocconcini, basil, spinach, and crumbled crispy prosciutto.
  • In a mixing jar, combine all dressing ingredients and mix until combined.
  • Dress salad with dressing, top with balsamic glaze and black pepper.
  • Toss until pasta is evenly coated, then serve and enjoy!