I think you’ll enjoy this easy and delicious summer salad. Take advantage of the fresh produce avaulable and the fresh herbs too. I grow basil in my window all year round, But fresh tomatoes are absolutely one of the true gems of summer.
What You need
3 ½ large ripe tomatoes (about 1 1/2 lb)( coarsely chopped)
1/3 cup red onion ( chopped)
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 Tbsp red wine vinegar
1 tsp garlic(minced)
1/2 tsp each salt and pepper
1/4 tsp dried oregano
12 oz fusilli pasta (or your favorite pasta)
1 cup fresh basil leaves( cut into thin strips)
Large bowl
Lets Make It! Put tomatoes, onion, olive oil, vinegar, garlic, salt, pepper and oregano in a large bowl and toss. Let stand at room temperature at least 30 minutes or until tomatoes release their juices, tossing occasionally. Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and add to bowl with tomatoes; lightly toss. Let come to room temperature. Add basil; toss. Refrigerate .Serve cooled.
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Terra
July 5, 2010 at 21:14 (UTC -6) Link to this comment
Hi Katie, I like each and every one of these ingredients and the salad will be very tasty I agree.
Ms. Anthropy
July 5, 2010 at 21:58 (UTC -6) Link to this comment
Making me hungry, Katie!
Createology
July 5, 2010 at 23:41 (UTC -6) Link to this comment
Perfect salad for these hot summer days. Thank you for sharing. Happy eating…
Vicki Rocho
July 6, 2010 at 00:32 (UTC -6) Link to this comment
This looks fabulous! I'm going to email it to myself right now so I can't lose it!
Mumsy
July 6, 2010 at 01:24 (UTC -6) Link to this comment
The salad sounds yummy. Would be great for summer. Hugs
Laura PARING DOWN
July 6, 2010 at 01:46 (UTC -6) Link to this comment
Another wonderful way to use lots of yummy tomatoes!!!
YUM!!!
Lin
July 6, 2010 at 03:15 (UTC -6) Link to this comment
Yum!! Can you make it for me???
Jemi Fraser
July 6, 2010 at 12:34 (UTC -6) Link to this comment
Sounds delicious – can't wait to give it a shot!
Britta
July 6, 2010 at 12:38 (UTC -6) Link to this comment
Hi Katie, this I should have found earlier – we had a heatwave in Hamburg till 2 days ago – but the weatherforecast is good, so I'll give it a try on Saturday. On my new blog "You are witty and pretty" I will bring a few mouthwatering recipes, too – I'm still working at the content-outfit. Like to see you there! Britta
Karen
July 6, 2010 at 17:43 (UTC -6) Link to this comment
Yum! Sounds delicious….
Sheila Deeth
July 6, 2010 at 21:14 (UTC -6) Link to this comment
So hard to do the gluten free pasta right, but it sounds worth a try.
Chatty Crone
July 7, 2010 at 02:30 (UTC -6) Link to this comment
That looks delish! Thanks. Sandie
Aries
July 7, 2010 at 06:11 (UTC -6) Link to this comment
This looks easy and yummy. Will try it soon.
bellini valli
July 7, 2010 at 09:54 (UTC -6) Link to this comment
This is a refreshing salad Katie and just screams summer with garden fresh ingredients.
Goose Hill Farm
July 12, 2010 at 02:23 (UTC -6) Link to this comment
Oh, that l@@ks YUMMY! Perfect for this HOT weather!
Blessings~
Laura