Tomato, Angel Hair & Fior di Latte Salad

Ingredients

Serves 6 to 8
2 large garlic cloves, finely grated
1 tsp (5 ml) sea salt
2 lbs (907 g) assorted small colourful cherry tomatoes, halved
3 cups (750 ml) coarsely chopped Campari tomatoes
3 tbsp (45 ml) freshly squeezed lemon juice
2 tsp (10 ml) lemon zest
3 tbsp (45 ml) balsamic vinegar
⅓ cup (75 ml) olive oil
1 tsp (5 ml) freshly ground black pepper
¼ cup (60 ml) finely chopped Italian parsley leaves
2 tsp (10 ml) minced fresh thyme leaves
1 tbsp (15 ml) finely minced jalapeño pepper
1 tbsp (15 ml) finely minced shallot
3 tbsp (45 ml) capers, well rinsed
1 cup (250 ml) coarsely chopped fresh basil leaves
1 x ½ lb (227 g) ball Fior di Latte mozzarella, torn into small pieces
1 lb (454 g) dried angel hair or capellini pasta

Instructions

  1. On a cutting board, using a large heavy knife, mash garlic and salt into a paste, then transfer to a large serving bowl. Add cherry tomatoes, Campari tomatoes, lemon juice and zest, vinegar, oil, pepper, parsley, thyme, jalapeño, shallot, capers, basil and Fior di Latte. Mix well to combine and let sit, loosely covered, for about 1 hour to allow flavors to blend.
  2. When ready to serve, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta until al dente, about 2 minutes. Drain pasta and immediately add it to tomato mixture, tossing to combine. Serve warm.
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