Fresh Spinach, Tomato and Mozzarella Pasta Salad

Name: Fresh Spinach, Tomato and Mozzarella Pasta Salad
Prep time: 2 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 14 min
Yield: 6
Cuisine: Healthier Food
Ingredients: 2 cups spinach; 2 cups tomatoes; 12 ounces pasta cooked according to package - I used bowties, farfalle; 1 cup fresh mozzarella pearls; ***For the homemade vinaigrette:; ¼ cup olive oil; ¼ cup white vinegar; 1.5 teaspoon garlic powder; 1.5 teaspoon salt; 3/4 teaspoon ground black pepper; 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning; squeeze lemon juice, optional

byJessica August 12, 2016November 24, 2021 November 24, 2021

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Say hello to a fresh spinach, tomato and mozzarella pasta salad, a wonderfully flavorful hybrid between a classic spinach salad and a lightly dressed summertime pasta salad.

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Fresh Spinach, Tomato and Mozzarella Pasta Salad is the perfect side dish for any gathering!

Every year I make grand plans for my summer and always feel really optimistic about getting all the things on my list done. When August rolls around and I'm not nearly halfway done with my summer bucket list, I have to step back and appreciate all of the things I actually did accomplish over the summer. Appreciating the little things is important.

You know what's hard? Trying to schedule a camping weekend, girl's spa day, weeklong trip to Disney World, multiple beach days and fabulous pool parties and barbecues during the summer when you work full time. Trying to gather friends and family who work different hours makes things even more difficult. I know I'm not alone on this one!

If you're anything like me, you probably also find it hard to stick to your healthier habits during the summer when there are so many delicious goodies available and fun events happening nonstop. Who can resist ice cream or your aunt's famous brownies she insists you have at the family barbecue?

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This girl has never been one to pass up a good brownie, not now or ever. However, I like to balance out my treats with healthier choices throughout the day whenever possible. If I'm at a barbecue, you'll likely find me choosing a healthier entree or side dish option so I can splurge a little during dessert. I've learned over the years that leading a healthier life doesn't have to be hard. Making small changes over time can definitely turn into lifelong habits.

It didn't take me long to realize that shopping in bulk was the easiest way to stock up on healthy produce and pantry staples for the lowest prices. Better yet, bulk shopping actually kept me from making frequent trips for groceries where I would always find myself picking up a pack of cookies or pint of ice cream that I definitely did not need. You know you do the same. (I see you nodding in agreeance. Let's try and make healthier choices together!)

Cooking at home has become one of my favorite pastimes. You save a bit of money by cooking at home as opposed to ordering food from a restaurant or caterer.

Fresh Spinach, Tomato and Mozzarella Pasta Salad is the perfect tasty side dish for any gathering!

I chose to really showcase the fresh spinach and juicy tomatoes in this pasta salad. You are going to LOVE it!

This Fresh Spinach, Tomato and Mozzarella Pasta Salad is the perfect side dish for any gathering!

For your next barbecue or picnic, try out this light and healthy fresh spinach and tomato pasta salad. It brings together the best of both worlds by combining healthy veggies with deliciously dressed pasta salad. Be sure to scoop up the ingredients for this fresh spinach, tomato and mozzarella pasta salad with homemade vinaigrette the next time you're out!

What's your favorite dish to bring to a potluck BBQ? Are you a healthy entree and decadent dessert person or sinful entree and healthy dessert person?

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