Penne with Mozzarella, Cherry Tomatoes, and Basil
Penne with Mozzarella, Cherry Tomatoes, and Basil is a really easy Italian summer pasta dish. It's even more delicious at room temperature. If you don't like the tuna, leave it out.
Prep Time15 minutes mins
Cook Time9 minutes mins
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: one pot dinner, pasta, vegetarian
Servings: 6
- 1 lb penne pasta
- 3 balls medium sized of fresh mozzarella
- 1 lb cherry tomatoes sliced in half
- handful of sliced basil
- can of Albacore tuna optional
- 1/4 – 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
- dash balsamic vinegar
- salt and pepper to taste
Slice mozzarella in little chunks. In a large bowl, add the mozzarella, sliced cherry tomatoes, and basil (and tuna, if you are using it).
Cook pasta until it’s al dente.
Drain the pasta and toss it into the bowl with the mozzarella mixture.
Add the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper. Mix with a large spoon until it’s all incorporated. Check flavor and add salt and pepper, if needed.