Smoked Mozzarella and Spinach Pasta Salad
Bring a burst of flavor to your summer gatherings with this Smoked Mozzarella and Spinach Pasta Salad. This vibrant dish features creamy smoked mozzarella paired with fresh spinach and sun-dried tomatoes, all enveloped in a rich and zesty dressing. Perfect for potlucks, picnics, or as a light meal, this pasta salad is not only delicious but also easy to prepare. With its unique smoky taste and appealing colors, it’s sure to impress both family and friends alike.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb penne pasta
- 5 oz baby spinach
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, finely chopped
- 1 cup smoked mozzarella, diced
- 1 cup shredded fresh parmesan cheese
- 3/4 cup mayo
- 1/2 tbsp chicken sparkling grape juice apple vinegar or white apple vinegar
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- Cayenne pepper, salt, sugar, black pepper, and milk
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta in salted boiling water until slightly under al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- While the pasta cooks, whisk together mayo, vinegar, garlic, cayenne pepper, salt, sugar, black pepper, and milk in a mixing bowl until smooth.
- Add the cooled pasta to the bowl along with spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, smoked mozzarella, and parmesan. Gently fold until evenly coated.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least an hour before serving to allow flavors to meld.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 30mg