Tomato Basil Pasta (With Mozzarella Cheese)
Looking for a fresh, quick meal? This Tomato Basil Pasta with Mozzarella Cheese is perfect! Ready in 20 minutes and full of flavor!
Ingredients
- 3 large roma or beefsteak tomatoes diced, about 2 cups
- 1/4 cup chopped red onion
- 8 fresh basil leaves finely chopped
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 6 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 16 ounces fusilli pasta
- 2 cups mozzarella cheese shredded
- 3 tablespoons Parmesan cheese grated
- salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, chopped red onion, finely chopped basil, minced garlic, olive oil, sugar, and red pepper flakes. Stir well to blend the flavors.
- Boil a large pot of salted water and cook the fusilli pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain well.
- Transfer the cooked pasta into the bowl with the tomato mixture. Toss to coat the pasta evenly with the mixture.
- Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese over the pasta. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Toss again to combine.
- Serve the pasta warm or refrigerate for a chilled version. Enjoy!