Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Cooking and Assembling
- Boil a large pot of salted water and add the pasta. Cook according to package directions, about 8-10 minutes until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- While the pasta cools, prepare the mozzarella eyeballs by pressing olive rounds onto each mozzarella ball.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta, halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, diced bell peppers, sliced black olives, and sliced green olives. Toss gently.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper until emulsified.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss until well coated.
- Top the salad with mozzarella eyeballs and sprinkle with chopped basil. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- After chilling, gently toss before serving cold.
Nutrition
Notes
Chill thoroughly for best flavor. Adjust seasonings to taste and customize ingredients based on your preferences.