Pasta With Tomatoes, Salami, and Smoked Mozzarella

• Difficulty: Easy
• Servings: Serves 4
• Nutritional Information (per serving): Calories 570, Total Fat 23g, Saturated Fat 7g, Cholesterol 35mg, Sodium 490mg, Carbohydrates 69g, Dietary Fiber 4g, Protein 21g, Sugars 9g
• Total Time: 25 minutes
• Active Time: 20 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 pound mixed heirloom tomatoes (3 to 4), cored and chopped
• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
• Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
• 12 ounces campanelle or penne pasta
• 2 ounces deli salami, chopped
• 4 ounces smoked mozzarella, diced
• cup fresh basil, torn
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

1. Whip up this vibrant, flavor-packed pasta salad in just 25 minutes! Start by tossing 1 pound chopped heirloom tomatoes with 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar, and a generous pinch of kosher salt and black pepper in a large bowl. Let it marinate while you boil the pastathis infuses every bite with juicy, summery goodness.
2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook 12 ounces campanelle or penne pasta per package directions. Reserve cup pasta water before draining, then add the hot pasta straight to the tomato bowl. Mix in 2 ounces chopped deli salami and cup reserved pasta water, stirring gently to create a silky sauce that clings perfectly.
3. Finish by stirring in the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil, 4 ounces diced smoked mozzarella, cup torn fresh basil, and 2 tablespoons chopped parsley. Toss until everything's beautifully combined and saucy. If needed, add more pasta water a tablespoon at a time. Season to taste, then dig into this irresistible, easy weeknight winner that bursts with fresh Italian flavors! Buon appetitoyour taste buds will thank you.