This is a great pasta that can be eaten at room temperature or as a cold salad. Instant, sophisticated meal or side dish! And colorful, too. Any type of twisty or unusually shaped pasta works well.
Ingredients
- 1 (16 ounce) package farfalle pasta
- 2 roma (plum) tomatoes, seeded and diced
- ½ cup olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup fresh basil leaves, cut into thin strips
- salt and pepper to taste
Directions
Step 1
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
Step 2
In a large bowl, gently toss the cooked pasta, tomatoes, olive oil, garlic, and basil. Season with salt and pepper.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 8 | |
Calories 345 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat15g | 19% |
Saturated Fat2g | 11% |
Sodium3mg | 0% |
Total Carbohydrate44g | 16% |
Dietary Fiber3g | 10% |
Total Sugars1g | |
Protein8g | |
Vitamin C3mg | 14% |
Calcium18mg | 1% |
Iron2mg | 11% |
Potassium109mg | 2% |
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
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