Bow Tie Pasta and Kalamata Olive Toss

Prep Time: 3 Minutes

Cook Time: 16 Minutes

Ready In: 19 Minutes

Servings: 6

While pasta cooks, prepare remaining ingredients. Toss and serve warm, or chill and serve as a cold pasta salad.

Ingredients:

2 1/2 cups uncooked bow tie pasta

1 1/2 cups halved grape tomatoes

1 cup (4 ounces) diced part-skim mozzarella cheese

16 kalamata olives, pitted and coarsely chopped

1/2 cup thinly sliced fresh basil

2 tablespoons red wine vinegar

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

2 garlic cloves, minced

3/4 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper

Directions:

1. Cook pasta according to package directions, omitting salt and fat.
2. In a large bowl, combine pasta and remaining ingredients. Toss well.