Recipes Salad Pasta Salad Italian Pasta Salad Recipes Fresh Mozzarella Pasta Salad 4.3 (89) 59 Reviews 12 Photos This fresh mozzarella pasta salad is a take on a traditional caprese, modified into a light summer pasta salad. It goes great with anything from the grill, or on its own. When I eat it on its own, I sometimes add about one cup of any cold sausage, chunked (I suggest pepperoni or a lighter summer sausage). Any pasta is fine, but I like the orzo's size. Submitted by Meghan Updated on May 28, 2024 Tested by Allrecipes Test Kitchen Tested by Allrecipes Test Kitchen The Allrecipes Test Kitchen staff are a team of culinary pros who make and vet recipes using only equipment you'd find in a home kitchen. Staff credentials vary but include training at the Culinary Institute of America; kitchen stints in fine dining restaurants; and countless hours in the test kitchen itself. Meet the Allrecipes Test Kitchen Save Rate Print Share Close Add Photo 12 12 12 12 Prep Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 15 mins Total Time: 30 mins Servings: 4 Jump to Nutrition Facts Cook Mode (Keep screen awake) Ingredients 1 cup dried orzo pasta 1 ½ cups cubed fresh mozzarella cheese 2 fresh plum tomatoes, seeded and cut into bite-sized pieces ¼ cup chopped fresh basil 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes salt to taste 1 tablespoon olive oil, or as needed Directions Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil. Stir in orzo and return to a boil. Cook pasta uncovered, stirring occasionally, until tenter yet firm to the bite, about 10 minutes. Drain well, and let cool. Combine mozzarella cubes, tomatoes, basil, red pepper flakes, and salt in a salad bowl; stir in oil to coat. Stir in orzo, tossing gently until combined and coated with oil. I Made It Print Nutrition Facts (per serving) 370 Calories 14g Fat 43g Carbs 16g Protein Show Full Nutrition Label Hide Full Nutrition Label Nutrition Facts Servings Per Recipe 4 Calories 370 % Daily Value * Total Fat 14g 18% Saturated Fat 7g 36% Cholesterol 35mg 12% Sodium 69mg 3% Total Carbohydrate 43g 15% Dietary Fiber 3g 11% Total Sugars 3g Protein 16g 32% Vitamin C 9mg 10% Calcium 278mg 21% Iron 2mg 12% Potassium 224mg 5% * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. ** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data. (-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.