Pasta Chip Caprese Salad by @feelgoodfoodie

30 min
Medium

4 servings

🍝

230 g

Orecchiette Pasta

🧀

15 g

Parmesan Cheese

🫒

15 ml

Olive Oil

🌿

1 g

Italian Seasoning

🧄

1.5 g

Garlic Powder

🧂

4.5 g

Salt

🌶️

1 g

Black Pepper

🍅

300 g

Grape Tomatoes

🌱

6 g

Fresh Basil

🫒

60 ml

Extra-virgin Olive Oil

🍶

30 ml

Balsamic Vinegar

🧀

110 g

Mozzarella

Preparation Steps

  1. Step 1/14

    Bring a large pot of heavily salted water to a rolling boil.

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  2. Step 2/14

    Cook 8 oz (227 g) orecchiette pasta until al dente, following the package cooking time.

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  3. Step 3/14

    Drain the cooked pasta thoroughly in a colander.

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  4. Step 4/14

    Transfer the drained pasta to a large mixing bowl and toss with 3 tablespoons Parmesan cheese and 1 tablespoon olive oil.

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  5. Step 5/14

    Add Italian seasoning, garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; toss until the pasta is evenly coated.

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    salt
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  6. Step 6/14

    Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (205°C) if required by the appliance.

  7. Step 7/14

    Arrange the seasoned pasta in the air-fryer basket in as even a layer as possible.

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  8. Step 8/14

    Air fry the pasta at 400°F (205°C) for 12 to 15 minutes, shaking or tossing it twice until crisp and golden.

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  9. Step 9/14

    Halve 1 pint grape tomatoes and thinly slice 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves.

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  10. Step 10/14

    Cut or tear 4 oz (113 g) fresh mozzarella into bite-size pieces.

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  11. Step 11/14

    Whisk 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil with 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar in a small bowl until emulsified.

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  12. Step 12/14

    Whisk the remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper into the balsamic dressing.

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  13. Step 13/14

    Add the crispy pasta chips, grape tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and basil to a large mixing bowl.

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    fresh basil leaves
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  14. Step 14/14

    Pour the balsamic dressing over the salad and toss gently until evenly coated; serve immediately for maximum crunch.

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Composition

Ingredients

Types

Grains, Dairy, Fats and Oils, Herbs and Spices, Vegetables, Condiments

Ingredients

Orecchiette pasta, Parmesan cheese, Olive oil, Italian seasoning, Garlic powder, Salt, Black pepper, Grape tomatoes, Fresh basil, Extra-virgin olive oil, Balsamic vinegar, Mozzarella

Allergens

Gluten, Milk, Sulfites

Dietetics

Dietary regimen

Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Egg-free, Nut-free

Calories

425 kcal

Macro nutrients

Protein: 15g, Carbohydrates: 48g, Dietary fiber: 4g, Total fat: 21g, Saturated fat: 6g, Sugars: 5g

Nutritional Information

Minerals

Calcium: 220mg, Iron: 2.5mg, Potassium: 330mg, Sodium: 590mg

Vitamins

Vitamin A: 90µg RAE, Vitamin C: 13mg, Vitamin K: 24µg, Folate: 110µg DFE

Preparation

Time Information

Preparation

15 minutes

Cooking

15 minutes

Overall

30 minutes

Difficulty

Level

Medium (2/4)

Steps

14 steps

Equipments

Utensils

large pot, colander, large mixing bowl, small bowl, whisk, tongs, knife, cutting board, measuring spoons, measuring cup

Appliances

air fryer, stovetop

Type

Type

Type Of Dish

Salad, Side Dish, Appetizer, Light Main Course

Occasions

Lunch, Dinner, Picnic, Potluck, Summer, Barbecue

Origin

Source

Platform

instagram

Original Creator

@feelgoodfoodie

Origin

Cuisine

Italian-American, Mediterranean

Geographic

Italy, Europe

Various

Aspect

Texture

Crunchy, Crispy, Juicy, Creamy, Chewy

Flavors

Savory, Tangy, Herbaceous, Garlicky, Salty, Rich, Fresh

Other

Price

Medium

Recommended Preservation

fridge

Preservation Infos

room temperature : 120 min (Keep covered,Do not leave out longer than 2 hours,Serve immediately for best crunch), fridge : 2 days (Store in an airtight container,Keep below 4°C (40°F),Pasta chips will soften after dressing), freezer : (Not recommended because tomatoes, mozzarella, and dressed pasta lose texture when thawed)