Tomato-Basil Pasta Salad

Ingredients

• 3 1/2 cups ripe tomatoes, coarsely chopped
• 1/3 cup red onion, chopped
• 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 1 teaspoon minced garlic
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
• 12 ounces fusilli or your favorite pasta
• 1 cup fresh basil leaf, cut into thin strips

Directions

1. 1

   Put tomatoes, onion, olive oil, vinegar, garlic, salt, pepper and oregano in a large bowl; toss.

2. 2

   Let stand at room temperature at least 30 minutes or until tomatoes release their juices, tossing occasionally.

3. 3

   Cook pasta as package directs.

4. 4

   Drain and add to bowl with tomatoes; lightly toss.

5. 5

   Let come to room temperature.

6. 6

   Add basil; toss.

7. 7

   Serve or refrigerate up to 1 day.