Bruschetta Pasta Salad

Bruschetta Pasta Salad

Garlic, Tomato and Fresh Basil with Orecchiette Pasta

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Reviewed by Arturs Arnicans
Prep Time: 5m
Cook Time: 10m
Total Time: 15m
Servings: 4
Difficulty: Easy
5.0 (25 Reviews)
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Ingredients

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Nutritional Information

231
сalories
13,3g
fat
25,8g
carbohydrates
4,4g
protein
0mg
cholesterol
5mg
sodium
Bruschetta Pasta Salad

Recipe Description

Let’s break down this Bruschetta Pasta Salad recipe because we all love Italian bruschetta, any sort of feel good pasta and if you add the word “salad” to the end, you’ll automatically feel like this may be a healthier recipe, and so it’s all a win! This bowl really has an authentic Italian flavor palette of orecchiette pasta tossed with olive oil, balsamic vinegar, fresh garlic, colorful cherry tomatoes and topped with some freshly torn basil leaves for garnishing! Great for a Mother’s Day brunch menu idea!

To make Bruschetta Pasta Salad, you will need the following ingredients:

Ingredients for Bruschetta Pasta Salad

Steps to make

  1. 1

    Cook pasta

    10 min
    Step 1 - Bruschetta Pasta SaladStep 1 - Bruschetta Pasta Salad

    In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook 1 pound of orecchiette pasta according to package instructions until cooked to al dente. Then, drain and set aside to add to the salad.

  2. 2

    Prepare dressing

    2 min
    Step 2 - Bruschetta Pasta Salad

    In a small mixing bowl, whisk ¼ cup of olive oil with 1 tablespoon of balsamic vinegar and season with salt and ground black pepper, to taste, until well combined and incorporated.

  3. 3

    Toss salad

    2 min
    Step 3 - Bruschetta Pasta Salad

    In a salad bowl, toss the cooked pasta with 1 clove of minced garlic and 1 pint of colorful cherry tomato halves until well mixed.

  4. 4

    Add dressing

    1 min
    Step 4 - Bruschetta Pasta Salad

    Pour the prepared salad dressing over the salad and toss to generously coat.

  5. 5

    Serve

    Step 5 - Bruschetta Pasta Salad

    Garnish with fresh torn basil leaves to serve. Enjoy!

Are you celebrating Mother’s Day? Then we suggest adding this Bruschetta Pasta Salad to your menu. A wonderful, light and fresh pasta dish perfect for brunch, lunch or dinner. Italian food is one of my favorite cuisines. What is yours? Let us know and tag us in some of your Mother’s Day pictures online using our hashtag #cookmerecipes!

About the author

Lilly Mathuse

Lilly is an enthusiastic and cheerful young mom. She knows as well as any parent that children can be really picky when it comes to food. And she’s had plenty of experience trying to cook meals that are both tasty and nutritious, and able to satisfy the tastes of a fussy kid right away! To save you some precious time, Lilly's going to share with you all the tricks she learned the hard way, so you don’t have to! She has a wealth of recipes for quick and easy meals for kids and families on a budget.

Recipe Reviews

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5.0 out of 5 (25 reviews)
Frankie
January 3, 2025
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Yo, this Bruschetta Pasta Salad is a total game-changer! I whipped it up for our anniversary brunch, and my wife was so impressed. Super easy and delish! Can’t wait to make it again for the fam!

Brittany Johnson
May 25, 2024
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I made this Bruschetta Pasta Salad for a family gathering, and it was a hit! The flavors were so fresh and vibrant, just like my memories of Italy. Everyone loved the mix of cherry tomatoes and basil, and it was so simple to prepare. Perfect for busy moms!

Queenie Adams
May 22, 2024
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Made this for our picnic, and it was a massive hit! So easy to whip up, loved the fresh flavours. Definately a keeper!

Ellie
March 4, 2024
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I made this pasta salad for a picnic, and everyone loved it! It’s so easy and fresh. Perfect for summer gatherings.

Tom Harrison
October 16, 2023
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Superb

Sam Peterson
October 11, 2023
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Totally awesome dish! Made this for my friends' gathering, and everyone loved it. The flavors burst in your mouth—so fresh and delightful! Can't believe how easy it was to make! Seriously, a must-try!

Zara
October 10, 2023
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Super easy and sooo delish. Made it for the fam BBQ last week, they couldn't get enough!

Brianna Smith
September 19, 2023
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Super fresh flavors

Ava Johnson
September 11, 2023
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Superb

Yvette
May 27, 2023
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Super tasty dish!

Annie
October 21, 2022
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I tried this Bruschetta Pasta Salad for a family get-together, and OMG, it was a hit! Super easy to make, and the kids loved it too. The flavors reminded me of our trip to Italy last summer. Defs recommend for any brunch.

Emma Johnson
April 8, 2022
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Delicious! Made it for friends and we loved the fresh flavors and simple steps.

William Smith
October 5, 2021
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Superb salad taste!

Antoine
July 14, 2021
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Yoooo, this pasta salad is fire!! It totally reminds me of that summer barbecue we had last year, just chillin' with the fam. The flavors are like a party in my mouth! 🍅🌿 So easy to whip up too, love it!

Katherine
July 5, 2021
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Delicious!

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