Caprese Pasta (Tuna, Capers & Mozzarella)

A special recipe that is known as Caprese pasta is very easy to make. With its great flavor, it has an ability to disappear the stress and nourish the soul. You can see the appetizing picture of this recipe and I know you are wondering about the basil leaves. We are not going to use them in this recipe. We only required some main ingredients like capers, cherry, tuna, mozzarella and tomatoes. In addition you can also use red chili if you like it. Let’s make it.

CONTENT OF RECIPE

Ingredients / Ingredienti	14 oz Penne  Pasta 1/2 Onion 1 Cup Cherry  Tomatoes 1 Tablespoon Unsalted Capers 1 Can Tuna 1 1/4 Cups Mozzarella Extra Virgin Olive Oil Salt
Cooking Time / Tempo di cottura	15-20 Minutes
Cooking Temperature / Temperatura di cottura	350°F ~ 176°C
Utensils / Utensili	Pot Pan Serving Plate
Cooking Method / Metodo di cottura	Stove

METHOD

Step 1: Take a pan, heat the olive oil and add onions in it.

Step 2: After that, mix tomatoes and some salt in it and stir well.

Step 3: Now cook them at medium heat for four minutes.

Step 4: Add capers in it and cook it for 10 minutes but the flame should be high.

Step 5: Besides, boil the pasta according to the package instructions.

Step 6: Now cut the mozzarella cheese and put it in a large pot.

Step 7: Add the tuna and shut down the flame.

Step 8: Drain water of pasta then incorporate it along with tuna sauce and cherry tomatoes.

Step 9: Now add some cooking water and mix all of the things together vigorously.

Step 10: Pasta is ready, serve it and enjoy.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What defines caprese?

Caprese is basically a salad that contains basil, olive oil, Italian dressings, cherry tomatoes and sliced mozzarella.

What is Caprese known for?

Caprese is known for its main ingredients like basil, tomatoes and mozzarella cheese.

Why is caprese healthy?

Caprese is very healthy because it has low calories and many nutrients.

Why is it called a Caprese salad?

There is an island of Capri and this dish originated from it. Thus it is named as caprese.

Is caprese Italian or French?

Caprese is an Italian dish. It is made up of cherry tomatoes, basil, mozzarella and Italian dressings.