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Fresh Tomato and Basil Pasta





Yields
Makes 6 servings



Total Time
20 mins

When the temperature climbs, dinner cravings often tend toward light and simple. Make a pasta dish that's packed with the freshest of ingredients, including mozzarella, garlic, basil, and, of course, tomatoes. A little olive oil adds a punch of flavor that rounds out the simple sauce.

Fresh Tomato and Basil Pasta




Photo: Leo Gong; Styling: Dan Brecker
  About 1 tbsp. plus 1/4 tsp. salt, divided
 1 pound penne pasta
 1 1/2 pounds tomatoes, halved, seeded, and chopped
 8 ounces fresh mozzarella, cut into 1/4-in. pieces
 4 garlic cloves, minced
 1 cup basil leaves, slivered
 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Step 1
1

Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add 1 tbsp. salt and the penne; cook pasta until just tender to the bite. While pasta is cooking, combine tomatoes, mozzarella, garlic, and basil in a large bowl. Add olive oil and remaining salt to tomato mixture.

Step 2
2

Drain pasta, add to tomato mixture, and toss. Add salt to taste. Serve hot, at room temperature, or cold (as a pasta salad).

Step 3
3

Note: Nutritional analysis is per serving.

Nutrition Facts

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Amount per serving
Calories589
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 30g39%

Saturated Fat 8.9g45%
Cholesterol 33mg11%
Sodium 523mg23%
Total Carbohydrate 63g23%

Dietary Fiber 3.7g14%
Protein 19g

* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.