Spaghetti with Fresh Tomatoes

By bakers_delight85

This pasta medley makes a wonderful meatless main course or side dish.

Ingredients

• 1 package (16 ounces) spaghetti
• 2 pounds fresh tomatoes, seeded and chopped
• 12 ounces part-skim mozzarella cheese, cut into 1/4-inch cubes
• 1-1/4 cups julienned fresh basil
• 1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
• 4 tsp. balsamic vinegar
• 1/2 tsp. salt
• 1/2 tsp. coarsely ground pepper
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 Tbsp. olive oil

Preparation

Step 1

Cook spaghetti according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large serving bowl, combine the tomatoes, cheese, basil, olives, vinegar, salt and pepper. Drain the spaghetti; add to the tomato mixture and toss to combine.
In a small nonstick skillet over medium heat, cook garlic in oil until tender. Pour over spaghetti mixture; toss to coat.
Per serving (1-2/3 cups): 398 calories, 13g fat, 23mg cholesterol, 457mg sodium, 51g carbohydrate, 3g fiber, 20g protein