Easy Tomato Vinaigrette Pasta
Bright, fresh, and effortlessly delicious, this Easy Tomato Vinaigrette Pasta is a quick dinner solution that doesn’t skimp on flavor. Featuring tender spaghetti tossed in a zesty homemade vinaigrette made with red wine vinegar, olive oil, and a hint of red chili flakes, this 25-minute recipe bursts with the sweetness of cherry tomatoes and the aromatic punch of garlic and basil. Finished with a sprinkle of parmesan cheese, this dish balances light, tangy, and savory notes to perfection. Perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings, this vibrant pasta can be served warm or at room temperature, making it as versatile as it is satisfying!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 grams spaghetti
- 200 grams cherry tomatoes
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic
- 10 leaves basil leaves
- 50 grams parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon red chili flakes
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta cooking water before draining.
While the pasta cooks, prepare the tomato vinaigrette. Slice the cherry tomatoes in halves or quarters, depending on their size.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, black pepper, and red chili flakes.
In a small skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Mince the garlic and sauté it in the skillet for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Do not let it brown.
Add the sautéed garlic and cherry tomatoes to the mixing bowl with the vinaigrette. Toss to combine, letting the tomatoes soak in the flavors.
Once the pasta is done, transfer it to the vinaigrette and tomato mixture. Add the reserved pasta water, a little at a time, to help coat the spaghetti evenly and create a silky sauce.
Tear or chop the basil leaves and mix them into the pasta. Grate the parmesan cheese on top and toss gently to combine.
Taste the pasta and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or black pepper as needed.
Serve warm or at room temperature, garnished with additional basil and parmesan cheese if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1231 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 73.7 g | 94% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.3 g | 92% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 44 mg | 15% | |
| Sodium | 2699 mg | 117% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 105.1 g | 38% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.6 g | 31% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.1 g | ||
| Protein | 35.9 g | 72% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 530 mg | 41% | |
| Iron | 6.7 mg | 37% | |
| Potassium | 695 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.
