Ingredients
1 package (12 ounces) tricolor spiral pasta1/3 cup olive oil3 tablespoons red wine vinegar1/4 cup minced fresh basil or 1 tablespoon dried basil2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese1-1/4 teaspoons salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 small sweet red pepper, julienned1 small sweet yellow pepper, julienned1 small green pepper, julienned1 medium tomato, cut into thin wedges1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained2 tablespoons sliced green onions8 ounces cubed part-skim mozzarella cheese
Preparation
Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a blender, add the oil, vinegar, basil, Parmesan cheese, salt and pepper; cover and process until blended. Drain and rinse pasta in cold water; place in a large bowl. Add the peppers, tomato, olives and onions. Drizzle with dressing; toss to coat. Stir mozzarella cheese. Serve at room temperature.
