light southwestern tomato pasta

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 1 pound pasta
• 4 large tomatoes, cubed
• 1 teaspoon chopped fresh cilantro
• 1 pinch dried basil
• 2 teaspoons white sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/3 cup olive oil
• salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese (optional)

Recipe

Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 5 mins Ready Time: 15 mins


• bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
• in a large bowl, combine tomatoes, cilantro, basil, sugar and oregano; mix well, then add olive oil and season with salt and pepper to taste. mix well.
• combine sauce with pasta and toss to coat. top with cheese and serve.