Italian Pasta and Tomato Salad

This recipe is just my cup of tea! 

Italian Pasta and Tomato Salad

Pasta Ingredients:

• 8 ounces (2 1/3 cups) uncooked dried penne pasta

Salad Ingredients:

• 1/4 pound (1 cup) Cheddar or Monterey Jack Cheese, cubed 1/2-inch
• 2 medium (2 cups) tomatoes, cubed 1-inch
• 2 medium (2 cups) zucchini, sliced 1/4-inch

Dressing Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup Italian vinaigrette dressing
• 1 tablespoon fresh oregano leaves
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil leaves
• Lettuce leaves

Choose vine-ripened tomatoes to pair with penne pasta.
Directions:

1. Cook pasta according to package directions. Rinse with cold water; drain.
2. Combine pasta and all salad ingredients in large bowl.
3. Stir together all dressing ingredients except lettuce leaves in small bowl. Add dressing to salad; toss to coat. Cover; refrigerate at least 30 minutes. Serve salad on lettuce leaves.