Sundried Tomato and Fresh Mozzarella Pasta Salad

[Guest guest]

I love dishes that are fresh and summery in the dead of winter when

all you want is spring. This is a great dish, and the sundried

tomato dressing brings it alive. Of course, the fresh mozzarella and

basil don't hurt either. Pictures of the finished recipe can be seen

at http://28cooks.blogpost.com

 

Sundried Tomato and Fresh Mozzarella Pasta Salad

 

Dressing

5 tbsp olive oil

1/2 c sundried tomatoes, packed in oil, drained

1 tbsp of tomato oil

1/4 c red wine vinegar

1 tbsp capers

2 cloves garlic, minced

 

Salad

12 oz pasta, cooked

2 c cherry tomatoes, halved

8 oz fresh mozzarella cheese, cut into 1/2 pieces

1 c fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced

1/2 c fresh parmesan cheese, grated

Salt and Pepper

 

Cook pasta according to directions. In the meantime, process all

dressing ingredients in food processor until tomatoes are coarsely

chopped. Combine pasta, dressing, and rest of the ingredients.

Season to taste with salt and pepper. Serve at room temperature.

 

Enjoy!!

Christiane