Tomato Spiral Toss

bmcnichol's Note:

I love to make this pasta salad in the summer when tomatoes are abundant.

• Total Time: 20 mins
• Prep Time: 0 mins
• Cook Time: 20 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 6

• 8 ounces uncooked spiral shaped pasta
• 2 ½ cups diced fresh tomatoes
• 1 tablespoon dried basil
• ¼ cup vegetable oil
• 2 tablespoons cider vinegar
• 2 garlic cloves , minced
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• 1⁄8; teaspoon pepper
• 6 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese

Directions:

1. Cook pasta according to package directions.
2. Combine tomatoes and basil in a serving bowl and set aside.
3. In a bowl, combine the oil, vinegar, garlic, salt and pepper.
4. Drain pasta and add to tomato mixture.
5. Drizzle with oil mixture and toss to coat.
6. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
7. Serve immediately.

Reviews

[Annacia]

With the exception of using refridferated asparagus and cheese ravioli for the rotini (I had a pkg in the fridge that was ready to be used) I made the dish as ask. I was great, another ideal summer dinner. It's very quick and easy to make and it tastes marvelous.

[shortstuff]

We really enjoyed this light, summer salad. I did adjuste the vinegar & oil to our taste. Thanks!!!

[Susie D]

This was a light salad made even better with fresh summer tomatoes & basil.