Dec 27, 2015

Strawberry Caprese Pasta Salad

This post is sponsored by the Florida Strawberry Growers Association in conjunction with a social media campaign through Sunday Supper LLC. All opinions are my own.

Strawberry Caprese Pasta Salad is a twist on the traditional Caprese Salad. Instead of tomatoes, I used sweet Florida strawberries for a refreshing change to this classic flavor combo!
Strawberry Caprese Pasta Salad | by Life Tastes Good is a twist on the traditional Caprese Salad. Instead of tomatoes, I used sweet Florida strawberries for a refreshing change to this classic flavor combo! #SundaySupper #FLStrawberry


Today, the #SundaySupper Tastemakers are partnering with the Florida Strawberry Growers Association to kick off the new year with fresh strawberries! We are sharing our favorite strawberry recipes to get the new year started deliciously! Be sure to scroll down past my recipe to visit all of the #SundaySupper recipes.
Strawberry Caprese Pasta Salad | by Life Tastes Good is a twist on the traditional Caprese Salad. Instead of tomatoes, I used sweet Florida strawberries for a refreshing change to this classic flavor combo! #SundaySupper #FLStrawberry

Did you know Florida strawberries are harvested in the winter? It's true. You can enjoy the taste of summer all winter long, regardless of the weather outside! Florida strawberries are available from December through April and they are the sweetest, most delicious strawberries I've ever had!

Not only do these beautiful berries taste great, they are packed full of good-for-you stuff. Loaded with vitamin C and antioxidants, fresh from Florida strawberries make it easy to add flavor and nutrition to all of your favorite recipes.

I live in Florida, so fresh Florida strawberries are a staple in our home. They are always exceptionally sweet, and my first pound of strawberries this year did not disappoint. I bit into my first plump, red berry of the season and it delivered a luscious sweetness, so much so, I couldn't help but close my eyes to savor the goodness. This berry was good all on its own, but I was getting ready to put together my Strawberry Caprese Pasta Salad, and a fresh batch of balsamic glaze was sitting right there in front of me. I could not resist dipping that sweet, sweet berry in the tangy glaze and it was glorious...
Strawberry Caprese Pasta Salad | by Life Tastes Good is a twist on the traditional Caprese Salad. Instead of tomatoes, I used sweet Florida strawberries for a refreshing change to this classic flavor combo! #SundaySupper #FLStrawberry

I easily could have stood there dipping and eating all those strawberries until they were gone, but thank goodness I restrained myself! I needed the strawberries to make this stunning Strawberry Caprese Pasta Salad. What a wonderful flavor combo in this salad!
Strawberry Caprese Pasta Salad | by Life Tastes Good is a twist on the traditional Caprese Salad. Instead of tomatoes, I used sweet Florida strawberries for a refreshing change to this classic flavor combo! #SundaySupper #FLStrawberry
The fresh strawberries, basil, and mozzarella combined with the pasta and drizzled with a tangy balsamic glaze made a refreshing light lunch for me and the perfect side salad for my husband with his favorite BLT sandwich.
Strawberry Caprese Pasta Salad | by Life Tastes Good is a twist on the traditional Caprese Salad. Instead of tomatoes, I used sweet Florida strawberries for a refreshing change to this classic flavor combo! #SundaySupper #FLStrawberry
Now that you know strawberries are available from Florida all winter long, how will you bring the taste of summer into your home?


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Strawberry Caprese Pasta Salad

Life Tastes Good
Published 12/27/2015
Strawberry Caprese Pasta Salad

Ingredients

  • 12 ounces Orecchiette pasta, cooked and drained
  • 1 pound fresh from Florida Strawberries, washed, hulled, and halved
  • 4 ounces Mozzarella pearls
  • 1/2 cup fresh basil, chiffonade
  • Balsamic Glaze (Click here for my homemade recipe)
  • kosher salt & pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook pasta as directed on package. Drain, reserving a little of the pasta liquid. Rinse the pasta under cold water and chill in the freezer for about 10 minutes. Remove the pasta from the freezer and place in serving dish. Toss with a little of the pasta water.
  2. Top the pasta with fresh strawberries, 4 ounces of Mozzarella pearls, and 1/2 cup fresh basil chiffonade. Drizzle with balsamic glaze. Give it a taste and add salt and pepper as needed. Serve with extra balsamic glaze. NOTE: I make my own balsamic glaze, but you can purchase it already made for you. If you purchase it, be sure to look at the ingredients. I recommend buying one that has just balsamic vinegar and sugar listed for best results. Enjoy!
Yield: 4-6 Servings
Prep Time: 5 mins.
Cook time: 15 mins.
Total time: 20 mins.

Tags: Strawberry Caprese Pasta Salad, Florida Strawberry, Strawberries, Fresh Fruit, Pasta, Basil, Cheese, New Year, Healthy, Salad, Italian


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9 comments:

  1. I just want to comment with ten, "!!!", because seriously this looks divine! I love simple pasta salads like this and your addition of fresh Florida strawberries is just perfect!

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  2. This is gorgeous! I love how easy it is too!

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  3. What a great idea for using strawberries! I've got to make this for my family.

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  4. What a gorgeous salad! Thanks for the inspiration, I'm making it soon.

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  5. Your salad is absolutely gorgeous. And it has my favorite pasta in it too. I'd eat it for days.

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  6. Yum times a million!! I want this salad right now!

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  7. I absolutely love this recipe. It's pretty to the eyes, and yummy to my tummy :D

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  8. What an incredible recipe!!! Looks amazing and I bet it tastes even better! Can't wait to try this recipe!

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