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Fresh Mozzarella Penna Pasta

Makes 4 servings.





List of Ingredients



• 8 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, cut into small cubes
  
• 3 medium tomatoes or 5 to 6 roma tomatoes, peeled and diced
  
• 2 avocados, peeled, pitted and diced
  
• 3 to 4 cloves garlic, minced
  
• 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
  
• 1/2 cup coarsely chopped fresh basil
  
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  
• 1 tablespoon salt
  
• Freshly ground black pepper to taste
  
• 1 teaspoons crushed red pepper or to taste
  
• 1 (16-ounce) package uncooked penna pasta
  
• Freshly grated parmesan cheese
  






Instructions



1. In a large bowl, toss mozzarella cheese with tomatoes, avocados, garlic, olive oil, basil, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and red pepper. Let stand at room temperature for at least 30 minutes.
   
2. Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and return to pan to keep warm. Add tomato mixture and toss to coat thoroughly. Transfer onto individual serving plates and garnish with parmesan cheese.