Easy Pasta
Whip up this flavorful and effortlessly satisfying Easy Pasta recipe in just 25 minutes! Perfect for busy weeknights or a quick lunch, this dish combines tender spaghetti (or your favorite pasta) with the vibrant flavors of fresh cherry tomatoes, fragrant garlic, and aromatic basil. A splash of olive oil ties everything together, while optional red chili flakes add a kick of heat. The recipe is delightfully simple, yet endlessly versatile—top it with grated Parmesan for a creamy finish or enjoy it as a light, vegan-friendly meal. With minimal ingredients and maximum taste, this quick pasta recipe ensures you can indulge in an Italian-inspired masterpiece any time you crave comfort food.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 grams Pasta (spaghetti or any preferred type)
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 200 grams Cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
- 0.5 teaspoon Red chili flakes (optional)
- 10 grams Fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 30 grams Grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add a pinch of salt, then add the pasta. Cook according to the package instructions until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes.
While the pasta cooks, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes, until fragrant. Be careful not to let the garlic burn.
Add the halved cherry tomatoes to the skillet. Cook for 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes soften and release some of their juices.
Season the mixture with salt, pepper, and red chili flakes (if using). Stir well to distribute the seasonings.
Drain the cooked pasta, reserving about 1/2 cup of the pasta water.
Add the drained pasta to the skillet with the garlic and tomatoes. Toss to combine, adding a splash of the reserved pasta water if the mixture seems dry.
Turn off the heat and mix in the chopped basil leaves.
Plate the pasta and, if desired, sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
827 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 39.2 g | 50% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.1 g | 50% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 24 mg | 8% | |
| Sodium | 2830 mg | 123% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 90.0 g | 33% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.8 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.1 g | ||
| Protein | 28.5 g | 57% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 400 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 4.3 mg | 24% | |
| Potassium | 690 mg | 15% | |
*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.
