Description
Cherry Tomato Pasta is a vibrant and flavorful dish that transforms simple ingredients into a culinary delight. Bursting with the sweetness of ripe cherry tomatoes, aromatic garlic, and fresh basil, this pasta dish is perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or enjoying a cozy night in, Cherry Tomato Pasta will impress your guests and satisfy your taste buds. With an easy preparation process and minimal cooking time, it’s a go-to recipe for busy weeknights that promises to deliver comfort and joy in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 3–4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 8 oz spaghetti or penne pasta
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients by washing and halving the cherry tomatoes and mincing the garlic.
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente (approximately 8-10 minutes).
- In a large skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil and sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
- Add halved cherry tomatoes to the skillet; cook until softened and slightly burst.
- Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes; stir gently.
- Drain the cooked pasta (reserve some pasta water) and combine it with the tomato mixture, adding reserved water if needed for creaminess.
- Stir in chopped basil before serving and top with grated Parmesan.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 10mg