My Favorite Beach Pasta Recipe

Name: My Favorite Beach Pasta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 large ripe tomatoes, cut into 1/2-inch dice; 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, slivered; 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, coarsely chopped; 8 ounces mozzarella cheese, cubed (see Note); 2 teaspoons finely minced garlic; Freshly ground black pepper, to taste; 1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil; 12 ounces linquine or spaghettini; Salt, to taste; 2 scallions (white bulbs and 3 inches green), thinly sliced, for garnish

Servings: persons

4 large ripe tomatoes, cut into 1/2-inch dice
1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, slivered
1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, coarsely chopped
8 ounces mozzarella cheese, cubed (see Note)
2 teaspoons finely minced garlic
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
12 ounces linquine or spaghettini
Salt, to taste
2 scallions (white bulbs and 3 inches green), thinly sliced, for garnish

1
Several hours before you plan to serve the pasta, combine the tomatoes, basil, mint, mozzarella, garlic, pepper, and the 1/2 cup olive oil in a large serving bowl.
2
Toss to mix.
3
Let sit to blend the flavors.
4
When you are ready to serve it, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
5
Add the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil.
6
Add the pasta and cook until it is al dente (just tender), about 11 minutes.
7
Drain the pasta well.
8
Add the hot linguine to the tomato mixture, and toss well.
9
Season with salt, garnish with the scallions, and serve immediately.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 large ripe tomatoes, cut into 1/2-inch dice, 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, slivered, 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, coarsely chopped, 8 ounces mozzarella cheese, cubed (see Note), and more.

Yes, My Favorite Beach Pasta falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

My Favorite Beach Pasta

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