Vegetarian: Pasta: Fettuccini with Fresh Tomato, Basil and Mozzarella Sauce

A delicious meal with light, fresh Italian flavors.

Author: CalorieKing
Date: August 07, 2009

Serves: 4 person(s)

Preparation Time: 10 mins
Cooking Time: 15 mins
Extra Time: 20 mins (for marinating)

Ingredients:

4 vine-ripened Italian tomatoes
1 Tbsp sugar
1 Tbsp balsamic vinegar
8 oz dry fettuccini
2 cup fresh basil leaves, coarsely chopped
1/4 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1 Tbsp olive or canola oil
1 Tbsp capers, rinsed and drained
2 Tbsp grated fresh parmesan cheese

Directions:

Lay tomatoes in a dish and sprinkle with sugar and balsamic vinegar. Allow to marinate for 20 minutes.

Cook pasta according to directions on packet. Combine tomato, basil, mozzarella, oil and capers in a bowl and mix well. Spoon over hot pasta and serve topped with grated parmesan.

Variations:

Sugar can be replaced by 1 tablespoon of sugar substitute (adjusted recipe = 512 calories, 88g carbs, 4.3g sugars).