Italian Tomato Pasta Salad

Ingredients

• 1 pound of pasta of your choice
• 2 cups of cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/2 cup of fresh basil, chopped
• 1/4 cup of fresh parsley, chopped
• 1/4 cup of olive oil
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. Cook the pasta according to the package instructions.
2. Drain and rinse the cooked pasta.
3. In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, tomatoes, basil, and parsley.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper.
5. Pour the olive oil mixture over the pasta and mix until everything is evenly coated.
6. Serve immediately or store in the refrigerator for later.

Interesting Facts

• This Italian Tomato Pasta Salad is a great way to use up any leftover pasta.
• You can use any type of pasta for this recipe. Try using penne, farfalle, or even orzo!
• This dish makes a great side to any Italian dish, from lasagna to chicken parmesan.