Cold Mediterranean Pasta Salad Recipe

INGREDIENTS:

• 1 (12 oz.) package dry bowtie pasta
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 3 Tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 clove fresh minced garlic 
• 2 diced fresh tomatoes
• 6 sundried tomatoes, chopped
• 1/2 cup diced fresh mozzarella cheese
• 1/2 cup sliced Greek olives
• 1 Tablespoon fresh basil
• 3 Tablespoons grated parmesan cheese

DIRECTIONS:

1. Cook pasta according to package directions.
2. While the pasta is cooking, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, pepper and garlic.
3. Toss hot pasta with dressing until well coated.
4. Mix in fresh tomatoes, sun-dried tomatoes, basil, mozzarella, and olives. Toss evenly.
5. Sprinkle with parmesan cheese.