15-Minute Pasta Salad

15-Minute Pasta Salad

(Parents Magazine Aug 2010)

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  1 3/4 dried bow tie pasta
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  1 1/2 sliced strawberries
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  3 ozs small fresh mozzarella balls, halved
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  Handful fresh basil leaves (shred if large)
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  1/4 –1/3 cup balsamic vinaigrette

Cook the pasta according to the package directions. Drain the pasta and rinse well with cold water and drain again.

In a large bowl, toss together the pasta, strawberries, cheese, and basil. Add the dressing; toss again. Makes 6-1 cup servings.