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Fresh Tomato & Basil Pasta Toss

Tonight was a meatless meal that was quick and easy to prepare. I liked how refreshing this pasta dish was, especially paired with a nice light green salad. You could easily add grilled chicken to this dish for a more filling meal and/or substitute with whole wheat pasta for more whole grains.

Fresh Tomato & Basil Pasta Toss
serves 2

3 cups cooked penne pasta
3 large roma tomatoes, diced
1 tablespoon good quality extra virgin olive oil
1-2 cloved minced garlic
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
salt & black pepper to taste
2-4 basil leaves, chiffonade
1-2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese (optional)


- In a large bowl, place the hot cooked pasta.
- Add the remaining ingredients and toss.
- Plate the pasta in your serving dish and garnish with basil.
- Sprinkle with grated parmesan cheese. (optional)

Weight Watchers Points Value = 6.5 points per serving

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11 comments

  1. LizJanuary 26, 2009 at 7:44 PM

    Looks fantastic and with fresh flavors for winter!

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  2. StephanieJanuary 26, 2009 at 7:50 PM

    This looks yummy! It makes me even more wishful for summer =)

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  3. ElizabethJanuary 26, 2009 at 8:20 PM

    Ooh Yum! Such a classic and delicious flavor combination!

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  4. AnonymousJanuary 26, 2009 at 9:18 PM

    I think my favorite part about summer cooking is fresh basil. I love getting a bunch of it at the grocery store and smelling it in the car on the way home (and in the kitchen all week.) OK, is it summer yet? ;)

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  5. Mary EllenJanuary 26, 2009 at 9:38 PM

    Looks like summer! I love fresh dishes like this.

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  6. AnonymousJanuary 26, 2009 at 10:38 PM

    What a great easy and healthy recipe. Thanks for sharing.

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  7. VijithaJanuary 27, 2009 at 1:25 AM

    Looks so yummy! lovely clicks.

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  8. LoreJanuary 27, 2009 at 2:22 AM

    This is just the way I like my pasta: refreshing! I would choose it over any pasta dish :D. I usually eat it with Feta and I mean loads, well that's my guilty pleasure ;)

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  9. LindsJanuary 27, 2009 at 6:18 AM

    Looks delicious; so light and fresh!

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  10. melslattJanuary 27, 2009 at 8:45 AM

    Looks great, thanks for posting healthy recipes, keep em coming!

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  11. That GirlJanuary 27, 2009 at 11:26 AM

    This is one of my favorite pasta dishes!

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