Easy Pepper Basil Spaghetti

Name: Easy Pepper Basil Spaghetti
Ingredients: 2 ounces dry whole wheat spaghetti; 1 ounce lowfat mozzarella cheese, diced; 1 medium diced red bell pepper (can also use a green pepper); 1 teaspoon dried basil (or 2 tbsp. thinly sliced fresh basil); 1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil; 1/2 teaspoon balsamic vinegar; garlic salt

7 ingredients

3 steps

Ingredients

2 ounces dry whole wheat spaghetti
1 ounce lowfat mozzarella cheese, diced
1 medium diced red bell pepper (can also use a green pepper)
1 teaspoon dried basil (or 2 tbsp. thinly sliced fresh basil)
1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil
1/2 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
garlic salt

Directions

1

In a medium skillet, heat olive oil at medium heat. Add red bell pepper and balsamic vinegar. Sprinkle on basil. Cook on medium heat until pepper is at your desired tenderness (about 6-9 minutes).
2

Meanwhile cook the spaghetti according to box directions and drain.
3

Toss spaghetti, pepper mixture, and mozzarella cheese until throughly mixed. Add one more 1/2 teaspoon of olive oil if needed. Add garlic salt to taste.