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Barefoot Contessa’s Pasta Salad with Sun-Dried Tomatoes (using mozzarella and olives) 🍅🫒
We had this for the first time at my SIL. It was so good, I needed to get the recipe and of course it was from Ina Garten (love her).
I changed a couple of things on the recipe. I leave out the garlic and capers and add a little garlic powder and add some of the oil from the sun-dried tomatoes instead. We aren’t huge fans of a lot of garlic, so I just add the other ingredients for taste.
*Ingredients* 🌿
1/2 pound fusilli (spirals) pasta, uncooked
Kosher salt
Olive oil
1 pound ripe tomatoes, medium-diced
3/4 cup good black olives, such as Kalamata, pitted and diced
1 pound fresh mozzarella, medium-diced
6 sun-dried tomatoes in oil, drained and chopped
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FOR THE DRESSING:
5 sun-dried tomatoes in oil, drained
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
6 tablespoons good olive oil
1 garlic clove, diced
1 teaspoon capers, drained
2 teaspoons kosher salt
3/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
ADDED JUST BEFORE SERVING:
1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1 cup packed basil leaves, julienned
*Directions*
Cook the pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water with a splash of oil to keep it from sticking together. Boil for 12 minutes, or according to the directions on the package. Drain well and allow to cool.
Place the pasta in a bowl and add the tomatoes, olives, mozzarella, and chopped sun-dried tomatoes. Set aside.
To make the dressing, combine the sun-dried tomatoes, vinegar, olive oil, garlic, capers, salt, and pepper in a food processor until almost smooth.
Pour the dressing over the pasta, sprinkle with the Parmesan cheese and basil, and toss well.
TO MAKE AHEAD:
This salad sits well, so you can make it early in the day. Add the Parmesan and basil just before serving.
Makes 6-8 servings
Source: Barefoot Contessa Family Style by Ina Garten
*Website* 💻
https://www.recipelink.com/recipes/barefoot-contessa-pasta-salad-with-sun-dried-tomatoes-using-mozzarella-and-olives-1437023
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If you're looking for a refreshingly delicious pasta salad, this Barefoot Contessa recipe will not disappoint. Packed with vibrant flavors, this dish combines the richness of fresh mozzarella with the tangy taste of sun-dried tomatoes and the briny goodness of Kalamata olives. The key to enhancing the recipe lies in the dressing, made from a blend of sun-dried tomatoes, olive oil, red wine vinegar, and freshly ground black pepper, achieving the perfect balance of flavors. This pasta salad not only serves as a great side dish but can also be a fulfilling main course, especially when enjoyed alongside grilled chicken or fish. Like many pasta salads, it tastes even better after the ingredients have had time to meld together, making it an ideal make-ahead dish for gatherings and picnics. With the addition of fresh basil and grated Parmesan cheese just before serving, each bite is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Enjoy this versatile recipe any night of the week for an effortless yet delicious meal!