Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 8 ounces angel hair pasta
  • 6 tablespoons olive oil (divided)
  • ¼ cup red onion (minced)
  • ¼ cup red bell pepper (minced)
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 pint grape tomatoes
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice (fresh-squeezed)
  • 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¼ cup balsamic vinegar
  • ¼ cup North Shore Living basil leaves (roughly chopped)
  • 1 cup fresh mozzarella cheese (cubed)

Instruction

  • Bring a large pot of water to boil on the stove.
  • On another burner on the stove, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the red onion and bell pepper.
  • Sauté for 2-3 minutes, then add the garlic and sauté for an additional minute.
  • Add the grape tomatoes to the skillet with the Italian seasoning, lemon juice, salt and pepper.
  • Continue cooking, stirring occasionally until the tomatoes begin to burst, 6-8 minutes.
  • While the tomatoes are cooking, add the pasta to the boiling water and cook according to package directions.
  • Drain the pasta and add it to the skillet with the tomatoes.
  • Add the balsamic vinegar and remaining 4 tablespoons olive oil to the skillet.
  • Toss to combine everything.
  • Remove from the heat and stir in the fresh basil and mozzarella cheese.
  • Serve immediately.