Pasta Salad With Mozzarella, Olives And Tomatoes

Name: Pasta Salad With Mozzarella, Olives And Tomatoes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 lb fresh mozzarella cheese, cut into 1/4 inch cubes; 4 large ripe tomatoes, cut into 1/2 inch dice (about 3 lbs.); 1/2 cup kalamata olive, pitted and coarsely chopped; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 6 tablespoons coarsely chopped fresh basil (do not use dried); 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley (do not use dried); 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil; 1/4 cup red wine vinegar; salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste; 1 1/2 lbs fusilli or 1 1/2 lbs corkscrew macaroni

Servings: persons

1
Combine the mozzarella, tomatoes, olives.
2
In a tight fitting jar compine garlic, basil, parsley, olive oil, vinegar, and salt and pepper and shake.
3
Set aside.
4
Meanwhile bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
5
Cook the pasta until al dente, about 10 minutes.
6
Drain well.
7
Add the pasta to the mozzarella and tomato.
8
Pour dressing (use all or less according to taste) mixture over Pasta mixture and toss well.
9
Taste and adjust the seasonings, if necessary.
10
Serve chilled or at room temperature.

567

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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: 1/2 lb fresh mozzarella cheese, cut into 1/4 inch cubes, 4 large ripe tomatoes, cut into 1/2 inch dice (about 3 lbs.), 1/2 cup kalamata olive, pitted and coarsely chopped, 3 garlic cloves, minced, and more.

Yes, Pasta Salad With Mozzarella, Olives And Tomatoes falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!