Peach Caprese Pasta salad
If you can’t get enough of pasta salads like me, you have to try this Peach Caprese Pasta Salad. It’s packed with all the summer flavors and every bite is the perfect mix of sweet and savory. This is perfect for a summer cookout, weeknight dinner side or meal prep for easy lunches too!
If you’re looking for a pasta salad that tastes like summer, this Peach Caprese Pasta Salad is one you’ll want to make all season long. Sweet, juicy peaches pair perfectly with creamy mozzarella, fresh basil, and tender pasta, while a simple balsamic dressing ties everything together with the perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors. It’s light, fresh, and comes together with simple ingredients, making it an easy side dish for barbecues, picnics, or weeknight dinners.
One of my favorite things about this recipe is how versatile it is. Enjoy it as a refreshing side alongside grilled chicken or burgers, or add your favorite protein to turn it into a satisfying meal. It’s a great way to make the most of fresh summer peaches, and the flavors become even better after a little time in the fridge. Whether you’re meal prepping lunches for the week or bringing a dish to share, this pasta salad is guaranteed to be a crowd favorite.
What you need to make peach caprese pasta salad:
- Bowtie Pasta
- Yellow Peaches
- Proscuitto
- Mozzarella Pearls
- Tomatoes
- Fresh Basil
- Balsamic Vinegar
- Dijon Mustard
- Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- Minced Garlic
- Honey
- Sea Salt
- Minced garlic
- Italian Seasoning
How to make this pasta salad:
- Cook pasta according to package.
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
- Lay prosciutto on a baking sheet and place in the oven for 8 minutes until crispy. Set aside.
- Chop up all ingredients.
- In a large bowl, combine peaches, mozzarella, basil, tomatoes and baked prosciutto.
- In a small jar, combine dressing ingredients and mix to combine. Pour dressing on top of salad ingredients. Mix together.
- Drizzle with balsamic reduction and top with fresh basil to serve.
- Enjoy!
how to store your leftover salad:
It’s best to store any leftovers in a sealed container in the fridge. I like using these for easy fridge storage!
If you want to switch it up, try doing this instead:
- Use your favorite kind of pasta shape!
- Add grilled chicken for a boost of protein
- Instead of peaches, try it with strawberries instead!
FAQs:
This will last in the fridge when properly stored for up to 4 days.
Yes! I like using short pastas like cavatappi,
Yes! You can add in shredded chicken, grilled chicken or use a protein pasta to easily add protein to this without adding in meat.
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Peach Caprese Pasta Salad
This Peach Caprese Pasta Salad is perfect for a summer cookout, dinner side or meal prep! It's filled with all the flavors.
Ingredients
- 12oz bowtie pasta
- 2 peaches, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 3 oz prosciutto
- 1/2 cup basil, chopped
- 8oz mozzarella pearls
- 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1 tbsp dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp minced garlic
- 1 tsp italian seasoning
- 3/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
- optional toppings: fresh basil, drizzle of balsamic reduction
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package.
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
- Lay prosciutto on a baking sheet and place in the oven for 8 minutes until crispy. Set aside.
- Chop up all ingredients.
- In a large bowl, combine peaches, mozzarella, basil, tomatoes and baked prosciutto.
- In a small jar, combine dressing ingredients and mix to combine. Pour dressing on top of salad ingredients. Mix together.
- Drizzle with balsamic reduction and top with fresh basil to serve.
- Enjoy!
