PASTA WITH MOZZARELLA, TOMATOES AND FRESH BASIL

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During the summer season, I like to prepare this pasta salad featuring garden-fresh tomatoes and basil. Fresh mozzarella adds a tasty touch.-Ken Churches, Kailua-Kona, HI

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

12 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, cubed
6 tablespoons olive oil
4 teaspoons minced garlic
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1 package (16 ounces) uncooked linguine
1 cup chopped fresh basil leaves
3 medium tomatoes, chopped

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the cheese, oil, garlic, salt and pepper; let stand at room temperature for 1 hour., Meanwhile, cook linguine according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water. Add to cheese mixture. Stir in basil and tomatoes. Serve at room temperature or chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 574 calories, Fat 28g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 45mg cholesterol, Sodium 483mg sodium, Carbohydrate 61g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 21g protein.

Scott bliss
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This pasta dish is perfect for a summer meal. It's light and refreshing, and the fresh ingredients really shine through.


Alana Griffiths
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This pasta dish is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. The tomatoes and basil are both packed with nutrients.


Will Brown
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I've made this pasta dish several times and it's always a hit. It's a great way to use up leftover tomatoes and basil.


Zoya Tariq
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This pasta dish is a great option for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's also very affordable.


Chukwu Emenike
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I'm not a big fan of tomatoes, but I really enjoyed this pasta dish. The mozzarella and basil helped to balance out the tartness of the tomatoes.


Muhammed Zymberi
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This pasta dish is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. The tomatoes and basil are both packed with nutrients.


Mutabazi Siraji
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I made this pasta for my kids and they loved it! They especially liked the melted mozzarella cheese.


Elizabeth Sawyer
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This pasta dish is perfect for a summer meal. It's light and refreshing, and the fresh ingredients really shine through.


Joe Farren
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I love the combination of mozzarella, tomatoes, and basil in this pasta dish. It's a classic flavor combination that's always a winner.


Ansar Munir Ansar Munir
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This pasta dish is a great way to use up leftover tomatoes. It's also a very affordable meal.


Adnan Sanowar
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I've made this pasta many times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's simple to make but so flavorful.


Eneless Banda
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious. I especially liked the addition of fresh basil.


Tamika Sims
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I made this pasta for a party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it.


Napa Extra
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This pasta dish was a hit with my family! The mozzarella, tomatoes, and basil were all so fresh and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.