Fresh Tomato Garden Pasta |
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Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 15 Minutes |
Ready In: 30 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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It makes a really quick and refreshing summertime pasta salad using fresh garden ingredients. Great served warm or at room temperature. Ingredients:
2 1/2 cups farfalle pasta (bow ties) |
1/4 lb fresh green beans, trimmed, cut into 1-inch lengths |
1 tablespoon olive oil |
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar |
1 -2 medium tomato, seeded, chopped |
1 -2 garlic clove, minced |
2 tablespoons chives, minced |
2 teaspoons fresh basil, minced |
1/3 cup feta cheese, crumbled |
salt and pepper, to taste |
Directions:
1. Cook the pasta according to package directions, adding the cut beans for the last 5 minutes of cooking.
2. In a large bowl, blend together the oil, vinegar, salt and pepper to taste.
3. Stir in the tomatoes, garlic, chives and basil.
4. Drain the pasta, rinse under cool water, drain well and add to tomatoes mixture; season with salt and pepper to taste.
5. Crumble the cheese over all and serve.
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