Ingredients

• 12 oz short pasta (fusilli, penne, or farfalle)
• Fresh mozzarella, torn or cubed
• Cherry tomatoes, halved
• Arugula
• Fresh basil leaves
• For vinaigrette: olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, garlic, salt, pepper

Steps

1. Cook pasta to al dente. Rinse under cold water and drain well.
2. Whisk together vinaigrette ingredients and taste for seasoning.
3. Toss pasta with tomatoes, mozzarella, and vinaigrette.
4. Fold in arugula and basil just before serving.
5. Adjust seasoning and serve at room temperature or slightly chilled.