Tomato-Basil Pasta Salad

By 11650

Ingredients

• 3 large ripe tomatoes, coarsely chopped
• 1/3 C chopped red onion
• 1/4 C extra virgin olive oil
• 2 T red wine vinegar
• 1 t minced garlic
• 1/2 t salt
• 1/2 t pepper
• 1/4 t dried oregano
• 12 oz fusilli pasta (or favorite short pasta)
• 1 C fresh basil leaves, cut into thin strips

Preparation

Step 1

1. Put tomatoes, onion, olive oil, vinegar, garlic salt, pepper and oregano in a large bowl; toss. Let stand at room temperature at least 30 minutes or until tomatoes release their juices, tossing occasionally.
2. Cook pasta as package directs. Drain and add to bowl with tomatoes; lightly toss. Let come to room temperature. Add basil; toss. Serve or refrigerate up to 1 day.

Tip: Use ripe tomatoes