Caprese Pasta Salad

8 oz penne pasta

2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (from ~ ½ lemon)

1 teaspoon minced garlic (from ~ 1 clove)

2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar

3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

1 cup chopped basil leaves, packed

2 cups halved cherry tomatoes

2 cups mozzarella, cut into ½ inch cubes

salt and freshly ground pepper