Delicious Tomato-Mozzarella Pasta
recipe

This quick and tasty pasta dish combines fresh tomatoes and mozzarella cheese into a delightful meal. Perfect for busy weeknights.
Preparation Time: 30 minutes
Serving Size: 4
Ingredients:
- 300 g pasta (e.g., penne or fusilli)
- 400 g ripe tomatoes (cherry or regular)
- 250 g mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions:
1. Cook the pasta according to the package instructions in salted water until al dente. Drain and reserve a little cooking water.
2. Chop the tomatoes and cut the mozzarella into cubes.
3. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes.
4. Add the tomatoes to the skillet and cook for about 5 minutes until they soften.
5. Add the cooked pasta and mozzarella pieces to the skillet. Mix well. If needed, add a bit of the reserved cooking water for a pleasant consistency.
6. Season with salt and black pepper. Serve with fresh basil on top.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Energy: 450 kcal
- Protein: 15 g
- Carbohydrates: 60 g
- Fat: 15 g
- Fiber: 3 g

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