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Penne, Tomato, and Mozzarella Salad

Cost $12, save $8

Source: Recommended by CookPal

  • 20 Min
  • 6 Servings
  • $12

INGREDIENTS

  • Pasta

    • 12 ounces penne pasta

  • Oil and Seasoning

    • 1/4 cup olive oil
    • 🧂 Salt to taste
    • Pepper to taste

  • Vegetables

    • 1 bunch green onions, chopped
    • 🧄 1 clove garlic, minced
    • 🍅 1 cup quartered cherry tomatoes
    • 12 large black olives, halved

  • Cheese

    • 5 ounces mozzarella cheese, diced
    • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

  • Herbs

    • 4 ounces fresh basil

STEPS

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.

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.

3

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

NUTRIENTS

Per 1 serving

🔥

405

Calories

  • 18g
    Protein
  • 48g
    Carbs
  • 17g
    Fats

đź’ˇ Tips

Opt for whole-grain penne pasta to increase fiber and nutrient content.Quarter your cherry tomatoes to release more of their juices into the salad.Adjust the salt and pepper based on your taste and dietary restrictions.Use fresh basil to enhance flavor and aroma.

⚠️ Precautions

This recipe is for inspiration only. The specific use needs to beadjusted according to individual differences.