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Penne Tomato Mozzarella Pasta Recipe

Penne Tomato Mozzarella Salad - a DELICIOUS pasta salad filled with pasta, tomatoes, olives, garlic, chopped basil, and cheese! This makes the perfect summer side dish!!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Italian
Servings: 6
Author: Lil' Luna

Ingredients

  • 12 oz penne pasta
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • Italian dressing
  • 1 handful green onions chopped
  • 1 clove minced garlic minced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes quartered
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 5 oz mozzarella cheese diced
  • 3/4 cup Parmesan cheese grated
  • 20 large black olives halved
  • basil chopped

Instructions

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain, and set aside.
  • Add green onions to a skillet with hot oil. Cook 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add garlic, and cook for an additional 2 minutes. Stir in cooked pasta, tomatoes, salt, and pepper. Turn heat to low and stir in mozzarella and Parmesan cheese. Heat through.
  • Add basil and olives. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 419kcal | Carbohydrates: 44g | Protein: 17g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 27mg | Sodium: 406mg | Potassium: 210mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 390IU | Vitamin C: 5.9mg | Calcium: 284mg | Iron: 1.2mg