Heirloom Tomato Herb Pasta Salad

Heirloom Tomato Herb Pasta Salad
Heirloom Tomato Herb Pasta Salad
Spontaneity is the key to this pasta salad; it's not something you can make ahead and chill. The main ingredients can be harvested from a backyard plot or balcony pot, or simply be a reward for your produce-shopping prowess at the farmers market.
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  • Served Person: Makes 6 to 8 servings
Salad Milk/Cream Pasta Tomato Side Picnic Vegetarian Quick & Easy Dinner Lunch Basil Summer Tarragon Shallot Parsley Gourmet Pescatarian Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher
  • 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1/3 cup crã¨me fraã®che
  • Carbohydrate 54 g(18%)
  • Cholesterol 5 mg(2%)
  • Fat 10 g(15%)
  • Fiber 7 g(28%)
  • Protein 9 g(19%)
  • Saturated Fat 2 g(12%)
  • Sodium 16 mg(1%)
  • Calories 334

Preparation Whisk together oil, crème fraîche, vinegar, sugar (if using), 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper in a large bowl. Coarsely chop tomatoes and toss with shallot and dressing. Marinate until ready to use, at least 10 minutes. While tomatoes stand, cook fusilli in a pasta pot of well-salted boiling water until al dente. Drain in a colander and immediately add to tomato mixture, tossing to combine. Cool to warm or room temperature (do not chill), tossing occasionally, then stir in herbs.

Preparation Whisk together oil, crème fraîche, vinegar, sugar (if using), 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper in a large bowl. Coarsely chop tomatoes and toss with shallot and dressing. Marinate until ready to use, at least 10 minutes. While tomatoes stand, cook fusilli in a pasta pot of well-salted boiling water until al dente. Drain in a colander and immediately add to tomato mixture, tossing to combine. Cool to warm or room temperature (do not chill), tossing occasionally, then stir in herbs.