How to Make Tomato Basil Pasta Salad - A Step-by-Step Guide

Tomato Basil Pasta Salad is a light and refreshing dish that is perfect for warm weather gatherings or as a side dish for a summer meal. This recipe combines the bold flavors of ripe tomatoes, fragrant basil, and tangy balsamic vinegar with al dente pasta, creating a dish that is both satisfying and delicious.

This pasta salad is incredibly versatile and can be served as a main course or as a side dish. It's great for picnics, barbecues, potlucks, or just a simple weeknight dinner. Th...

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Ingredients

  • Reynolds Wrap® Aluminum Foil
  • 1 (8 ounce) package bow tie pasta, cooked and drained
  • 1 pint cherry or grape tomatoes, cut in half
  • 1 medium yellow bell pepper, cut into cubes
  • 1 (6 ounce) jar artichoke hearts, drained, coarsely chopped
  • 4 large fresh basil leaves, cut into strips
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar or balsamic vinegar
  • Salt and freshly ground pepper

Information

  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Combine cooked pasta, tomatoes, yellow bell pepper, artichoke hearts and basil in a large bowl.
  • Blend olive oil, vinegar, salt and pepper in a small bowl. Pour dressing mixture over pasta; toss to mix.
  • Cover with Reynolds Wrap Aluminum Foil. Refrigerate 2 hours or until serving time.
  • Nutrition

    172 cal.

    • Total Fat: 5g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Sodium: 103mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 27g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 5g
    • Vitamin C: 39mg
    • Calcium: 9mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 150mg