Serves 10

12 ounces whole wheat penne (or other shape) pasta, dry

4 medium tomatoes, chopped or 1 lb. grape tomatoes

1/2 lb. fresh low-fat, mozzarella cheese, in1/2” cubes or fresh mozzarella “pearls”

1/3 cup fresh sweet basil, chopped

1/4 cup olive oil

1 tbsp. balsamic vinegar

½ tsp. salt (optional)

 

Cook pasta al dente according to directions. Rinse with cold water and drain. Add tomatoes, cheese and sweet basil.