Springtime in a Bowl Pasta Salad With Cherry Tomatoes Recipes 04/20/202104/23/2021 Share on Facebook Share Share on TwitterTweet Share on Pinterest Share Share on LinkedIn Share Send email Mail Print Print 50Plus-Today is more like a curated resource for adults age 50+ than a blog, and we are supported partially by our readers. When you buy via the links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. We do not accept incentives for our reviews; all opinions are our own. Views: 102 This pasta salad is my favorite to make once the weather starts getting nice! With just a few ingredients, this recipe is simple, delicious and cost effective. Perfect to bring to a pot-luck! Easily doubled or tripled! 4 servings INGREDIENTS 1 lb. orecchiette (some people call this type of pasta “shells”) 1/4 c. extra virgin olive oil 1 – 2 tbsp. balsamic vinegar (depending on the flavor you like) kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 1 clove garlic, minced 1 pint. cherry tomatoes, halved Fresh basil, torn, for garnish DIRECTIONS Cook pasta according to the package directions until al dente. Drain, then set aside. Wisk together olive oil and balsamic vinegar in a serving bowl. Season oil and vinegar mixture with salt and pepper. Add pasta, garlic and tomatoes to dressing and toss. Garnish with fresh basil. Serve and enjoy! TIP – This recipe is fun with bowtie pasta too! Share this:PrintFacebookLinkedInTwitterPinterestEmail Related Share on Facebook Share Share on TwitterTweet Share on Pinterest Share Share on LinkedIn Share Send email Mail Print Print
