Method
- Use any tomatoes you like.
- Dessed if required and chop.
- Cook the pasta according to the package instruction until just tender.
- Meanwhile, mix together the oil, vinegar, lemon zest and about 1 tbsp lemon juice along with basil leaves.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Add the tomatoes and cheese.
- Toss it well and let it sit until the pasta is cooked.
- Drain the Pasta and toss with the tomatoes mixture.
- Serve it immediately garnished with more basil if desired.
- Some yummy garlic bread as an accompaniment would make this picture perfect!
Courtesy: http://chefinyou.com/
Ingredients:
2-1/4 cups wholegrain dried Penne Pasta (use any pasta you like)
About 3-4 cups of cherry tomatoes, halved (or or any sweet tomatoes)
1 to 1-1/2 cups of cubed fresh mozzarella cheese (You can also use Paneer instead)
1/4 cup olive oil
1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
Zest and juice of 1 large lemon
A few fresh basil leaves, shredded
Salt and pepper to taste