We all know that you can’t really go wrong with pasta, however this Perfect Pasta Salad with Tomatoes and Eggplant is by far one of my favorites.
With unbelievable flavors from the eggplant and cherry tomatoes sautéed in garlic with white wine and fresh thyme, this dish is more than just a pasta and cheese recipe, bringing healthy and tasty to your bowl.
To make Perfect Pasta Salad with Tomatoes and Eggplant, you will need the following ingredients:
In a large saucepan, cook the pasta according to package instructions. Do not add salt or oil to the water. During the last 3 minutes of cooking, add the greens to the pasta. Then drain and reserve 1 cup of the cooking water for later use.
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil and add the eggplant. Cook while stirring occasionally for 4-5 minutes until softened.
Add garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add half of the tomatoes and cook for about 2-3 minutes until the juices start to release from the inside.
Add wine and continue cooking, stirring continuously, until most of the wine evaporates.
Once cooked, add the pasta and beans and toss through to combine well.
If you feel that the mixture may be too dry, slowly add tablespoon by tablespoon of the pasta cooking water to the skillet
Add the remaining tomatoes, white wine vinegar and salt and stir to mix through.
Portion the pasta mixture, evenly, between 4 bowls and garnish with mozzarella, thyme and pepper, sprinkled over the top of each bowl.
Make your pasta even more exciting with this Perfect Pasta Salad with Tomatoes and Eggplant recipe. Enjoy your pasta bowls served hot or have a wonderful, leftover work lunch, at room temperature. I promise you’ll love this tasty and nutritious dish. Tag #cookmerecipes online on your own pages and posts!
Absolutely love it! Made this salad while hosting a gathering, and everyone couldn’t stop praising it. The flavors are vibrant, and it's so easy to whip up. Perfect for any occasion!
I made this pasta salad for a picnic and it was a hit! Fresh flavors and so easy to prepare.
OMG! Made this for my girls' night, and it was a total hit! Sooo delish!
Superb! I made this for a family gathering, and it was a hit! The eggplant and tomatoes brought such vibrant flavors, and everyone kept asking for the recipe. Thank you for sharing this delightful dish!
Super tasty pasta
Yum! This pasta salad is simply amazing! I made it for our family BBQ and everyone kept asking for the recipe. The flavors from the eggplant and tomatoes are so fresh! I love how easy it is to whip up. Totally a hit in our house!
This Perfect Pasta Salad with Tomatoes and Eggplant is amazing! I made it for a family picnic, and the kids couldn’t get enough. The garlic and thyme give it such a delightful twist. It’s healthy and super easy! Definitely a new favorite for our summer meals.
I absolutely loved this Perfect Pasta Salad with Tomatoes and Eggplant. The flavors are just superb, especially the garlic and thyme. I made it for a picnic with friends, and everyone asked for the recipe. Even that's inspires me to cook more often.
Super yummy salad!
So simple yet scrumptious, my fam loves it!
Superb! Made this salad for a picnic, and everyone loved it. The flavors were incredible, and it was so easy to prepare. I felt like a master chef!
I made this Perfect Pasta Salad for a picnic last summer, and it was a hit! The flavors from the eggplant and tomatoes are just amazing. I had left overs for days, and I was thankful for every bite. Simple and delicious, just like my mom used to make, but with a twist.
Superb. I made this pasta salad for a family gathering. Everyone loved the mix of flavors. The eggplant and tomatoes brought a fresh twist, and my wife even asked for seconds. It’s easy to prepare and tastes amazing.
I made this pasta salad for our family gathering and it was a hit! The flavors from the eggplant and tomatoes mix so well together. I love how simple it is too. Definitely my new go-to dish.
Tasty and easy!
