Tomato Basil Pasta Salad Recipe
You need Tomato Basil Pasta Salad Recipe freshness when heavy meals feel unnecessary lately.
Because greasy lunches never supported glowing confidence.
This vegetarian classic tosses juicy tomatoes, fragrant basil, tender pasta.
Every forkful tastes bright, light, effortlessly chic.
Chill it confidently and serve picnic goddess energy anywhere.
Tomato Basil Pasta Salad Recipe
A refreshing vegetarian pasta salad featuring tender pasta, ripe tomatoes, fresh basil, and a light olive oil dressing for a vibrant meal.
Ingredients
Method
- Bring large pot of water to rolling boil.
- Add 1 teaspoon salt and 12 oz fusilli pasta.
- Cook according to package directions until al dente.
- Drain pasta using colander and rinse briefly with cool water.
- Transfer cooled pasta to large mixing bowl.
- Add halved cherry tomatoes and chopped basil.
- In small bowl, whisk olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper.
- Pour dressing evenly over pasta mixture.
- Toss thoroughly until ingredients coat well.
- Sprinkle Parmesan cheese on top if desired.
- Chill 20 minutes before serving for best flavor.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
Calories: 400Total Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Carbohydrates: 60g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 12g Vitamin C: 25%
Vitamin A: 15%
Iron: 10%
Calcium: 12%
Magnesium: 8%
Additional Notes and Tips
- Add mozzarella pearls for extra creaminess.
- Include toasted pine nuts for crunch.
- Use whole wheat pasta for added fiber.
- Adjust lemon juice for brighter flavor.
- Store refrigerated up to three days in airtight container.
