Description
A refreshing summer pasta dish featuring fresh basil, ripe tomatoes, and creamy cheese, perfect for warm weather dining.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, cubed
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
- In a large bowl, combine the cherry tomatoes, basil, mozzarella, and garlic.
- Drain the pasta and add it to the bowl with the tomato mixture.
- Drizzle with olive oil and toss to combine.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve immediately, garnished with extra basil if desired.
Notes
- For a vegan option, substitute mozzarella with a plant-based cheese.
- Feel free to add grilled chicken or shrimp for extra protein.
- This dish can be served warm or cold as a pasta salad.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Boiling and Tossing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Summer Pasta, Basil, Tomatoes, Cheese, Fresh Flavor