Caprese Pasta with Thai Basil

Try this light summery caprese pasta with Thai basil and lemon flavored balsamic vinegar for lunch on a hot day.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 15 mins
• Total Time: 30 mins
• Calories: 842 Calories

Ingredients

• salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
• 2 cloves garlic, chopped
• 1 pound spaghetti
• 3 tablespoons lemon-infused white balsamic vinegar
• 1 (8 ounce) container small mozzarella balls in oil, halved
• 0.5 cup olive oil
• 1.5 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
• 0.33 cup chopped Thai basil

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook spaghetti in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 12 minutes.

Step 2

Combine cherry tomatoes, mozzarella balls, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, garlic, and Thai basil in a large mixing bowl; mix well. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Step 3

Drain pasta and top with cherry tomato mixture.