A colorful medley of juicy cherry tomatoes, soft mozzarella pearls, basil, and a tangy-sweet balsamic vinaigrette makes this caprese pasta salad a keeper!

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📋 Ingredients
12 ounces rotini pasta cooked and cooled
10 ounces cherry tomatoes or grape tomatoes
1 cup basil leaves loosely packed
8 ounces Mozzarella pearls
½ cup balsamic vinaigrette

📋 Instructions
1. Cook the pasta to al dente then rinse it under cold water to stop the cooking. Optionally toss with a light drizzling of olive oil to prevent sticking. Place cooled pasta into a large mixing bowl.
2. Cut tomatoes in half and chop basil leaves.
3. Add tomatoes, basil, and mozzarella pearls to the pasta in the bowl.
4. Drizzle with dressing and toss to combine.
5. Allow salad to sit in the fridge for at least an hour to let the flavors meld.

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