Tomato, Mozzarella & Salami Pasta Salad - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 lb whole wheat spiral pasta
1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cup bite-size fresh mozzarella cheese balls, drained
1/4 lb salami, sliced about as wide as the pasta you are using
1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
1/2 cup fresh basil leaf, julienned
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

Preparation

Boil the pasta in salted water for 8 to 10 minutes, or until al dente. Meanwhile, whisk together the balsamic vinegar, oil, mustard, salt and pepper flakes in the bottom of a large bowl. Add the tomatoes, mozzarella, salami, onion and basil on top of the dressing.
When the pasta is cooked, drain it and add it to the large bowl. Toss to combine. Serve warm, at room temperature or cool.