Balsamic Tomato Basil Pasta
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this vibrant and flavorful Balsamic Tomato Basil Pasta, a dish that’s as easy as it is irresistible. Perfectly al dente spaghetti is tossed in a medley of sautéed cherry tomatoes, bold balsamic vinegar, and fragrant garlic, creating a rich and tangy sauce that bursts with freshness. A touch of red pepper flakes adds a subtle kick, while chopped basil infuses the pasta with herbaceous goodness. Finished with a sprinkle of parmesan cheese for creamy indulgence, this recipe comes together in just 30 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy nights. With its simple ingredients and fresh appeal, this pasta masterpiece is a true celebration of Mediterranean flavors.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 ounces spaghetti
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoons red pepper flakes (optional)
- 0.5 cups fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 0.25 cups parmesan cheese, grated (optional)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining and set aside.
While the pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes, until fragrant and lightly golden.
Add the halved cherry tomatoes to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they start to soften and release their juices.
Stir in the balsamic vinegar, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Let it simmer for 2 minutes and combine with the tomatoes.
Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet, tossing to coat the pasta in the balsamic tomato sauce. Gradually add reserved pasta water, a few tablespoons at a time, to loosen the sauce to your desired consistency.
Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the fresh chopped basil.
Serve immediately, topped with grated parmesan cheese if desired. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1285 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 62.4 g | 80% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.9 g | 89% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 47 mg | 16% | |
| Sodium | 2113 mg | 92% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 130.2 g | 47% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.5 g | 45% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.7 g | ||
| Protein | 48.1 g | 96% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 868 mg | 67% | |
| Iron | 12.2 mg | 68% | |
| Potassium | 1274 mg | 27% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
