Introduction
Bring the taste of an Italian summer to your table with this fresh and vibrant Caprese Pasta. Made with high-quality ingredients and ready in minutes, this recipe is perfect for warm days, picnics, or a light gourmet lunch.
Mediterranean Summer Pasta Recipe
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Category
Lunch
Servings
4 servings
Prep Time
10 minutes
Cook Time
10 minutes
Calories
180
Author:
Ximena C.
Introduction
Enjoy a refreshing and vibrant Mediterranean style pasta, perfect for warm summer days.
This light recipe highlights high quality olive oil and balsamic vinegar, bringing out natural flavors in every bite.
Ingredients
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Fusilli or farfalle
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¼ cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil (Iliada Kalamata)
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2 tbsp aged balsamic vinegar
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½ cup sun-dried tomatoes (or 1 cup cherry tomatoes)
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¼ cup sliced black olives
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1 garlic clove (minced)
½ cup cured ham (diced)
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Salt
Pepper
½ cup cucumber (sliced)
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½ cup red bell peppers (sliced)
Directions
Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente
Drain and let cool completely
In a large bowl, combine the pasta, tomatoes, black olives, cucumber, red bell peppers, and cured ham
Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic vinegar
Season with salt and pepper
Toss well and chill for 15–20 minutes before serving
Recipe Note
Pro Tip:
Use a premium Extra Virgin Olive Oil to elevate the dish.
The richness of Kalamata olive oil combined with balsamic vinegar creates a perfectly balanced, restaurant-quality flavor.
Perfect For:
Summer lunches, Picnic baskets, Light dinners and Outdoor gatherings.
Shop all the ingredients for this Mediterranean Summer Pasta Recipe Kit at SupermarketItaly.com and bring fresh gourmet flavor to your table.