2 Tomato Pasta Salad
Bursting with vibrant flavors and colors, this 2 Tomato Pasta Salad is a quick and refreshing dish perfect for any occasion. Combining juicy cherry tomatoes and rich, tangy sun-dried tomatoes, this recipe strikes the perfect balance between freshness and depth. Tossed with al dente pasta, a zesty balsamic-garlic dressing, and finished with fragrant basil and grated Parmesan cheese, every bite feels like a taste of summer. Ready in just 25 minutes, this pasta salad is ideal for cookouts, picnics, or as a make-ahead meal for busy weeknights. Serve it chilled to let the flavors meld beautifully, and don’t forget to garnish with extra basil for an added pop of green!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 grams dry pasta (such as fusilli or penne)
- 200 grams cherry tomatoes, halved
- 100 grams sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 10 leaves fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 50 grams parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process, then set aside to cool.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the halved cherry tomatoes and chopped sun-dried tomatoes.
Add the cooled pasta to the bowl and toss gently to combine with the tomatoes.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the pasta and tomato mixture, tossing everything together until evenly coated.
Add the chopped basil leaves and grated parmesan cheese, folding them gently into the salad for added flavor.
Taste and adjust seasoning, adding more salt or pepper if needed.
Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Before serving, give the salad a gentle toss and garnish with additional parmesan cheese or fresh basil if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1807 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 63.0 g | 81% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.1 g | 86% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 50 mg | 17% | |
| Sodium | 4120 mg | 179% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 254.9 g | 93% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.8 g | 71% | |
| Total Sugars | 50.1 g | ||
| Protein | 68.6 g | 137% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 764 mg | 59% | |
| Iron | 11.5 mg | 64% | |
| Potassium | 4423 mg | 94% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
