Orecchiette with Fresh Mozzarella, Grape Tomatoes, and Garlic Chives

A fresh and colorful Italian pasta dish combining tender orecchiette with melted fresh mozzarella, multicolored grape tomatoes, and aromatic herbs in a light olive oil and white balsamic dressing.

6 servings
15 min

Ingredients

  • 10 ounces orecchiette
  • 1 pound mozzarella
  • 1 pound grape tomatoes
  • 6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar
  • 3 tablespoons garlic chives
  • 2 tablespoons oregano

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1.

    Cook pasta in large pot of boiling salted water until tender but still firm to bite, stirring occasionally. Drain; return pasta to pot. Add mozzarella; stir until cheese begins to melt, about 30 seconds. Add tomatoes and all remaining ingredients; toss to blend evenly. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

    15 min

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