Penne, Tomato, and Mozzarella Salad

A quick, easy pasta salad recipe with the bright, fresh flavors of tomato and basil. Toss hot pasta with garlic, scallions, cheese, olives, and more.

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Cooking Time: 20 mins
• Total Time: 40 mins
• Calories: 405 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 clove garlic, minced
• salt and pepper to taste
• 1 bunch green onions, chopped
• 1 cup quartered cherry tomatoes
• 1 (12 ounce) package penne pasta
• 5 ounces mozzarella cheese, diced
• 4 ounces fresh basil
• 12 large black olives, halved
• 0.25 cup olive oil
• 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add penne and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 11 minutes. Drain and set aside.

Step 2

Heat olive oil in a small saucepan. Add green onions and cook, stirring occasionally, for 2 or 3 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook for 2 minutes. Add pasta, tomatoes, salt, and pepper. Cook over low heat to warm through.

Step 3

Stir in mozzarella and Parmesan cheese. Coarsely tear basil leaves in halves or thirds; add to pasta with olives and serve immediately.