Several fresh basil leaves(stacked and finely sliced)
1/2cupolive oil
1/3cupred or white wine vinegar
1/2tsp.kosher salt
1/2tsp.black pepper
1lb.whole wheat or other whole grain pasta
Instructions
Remove core from tomatoes.
Dice and place tomatoes (including juice) in a large serving bowl.
Stir in minced garlic, basil strips, oil, vinegar, salt and pepper.
Cover with a lid or plastic wrap and set aside for at least an hour for the best flavor — no refrigeration necessary.
Cook pasta as directed. Once it is cooked and drained but still hot, add to tomato mixture. Toss well and serve immediately.
GREAT ADDITIONS/SUBSTITUTIONS
For fresh tomatoes, sub a 28-ounce can of petite diced tomatoes, drained. For fresh basil, try 1-2 teaspoons dried basil or Italian herb blend. For wine vinegar, sub apple cider vinegar. For pasta, try a different noodle shape, zucchini noodles or cauliflower rice.