Fusilli With Fresh Mozzarella, Tomatoes & Olives

Total Time: 30 mins Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 15 mins

Ingredients

• Servings: 8
• 1/2 lb fresh mozzarella cheese, cut into 1/4 inch cubes
• 4 large tomatoes, chopped
• 1/2 cup black olives, sliced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 6 tablespoons fresh basil, coarsely chopped
• 1/4 cup fresh flat leaf parsley, coarsely chopped
• 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
• salt and pepper
• 1 1/2 lbs fusilli

Recipe

• 1 combine the mozzarella, tomatoes, olives, garlic, basil, parsley, olive oil, salt and pepper together in a large bowl. set aside.
• 2 meanwhile, bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook pasta until al dente. drain well and let cool slightly.
• 3 add the pasta to the mozzarella and tomato mix and toss well. taste to adjust the seasoning if necessary.
• 4 chill for several hours before serving.