Fresh Tomato Garden Pasta
Savor the vibrant flavors of summer with this Fresh Tomato Garden Pasta, a quick and easy recipe that’s bursting with freshness and simplicity. Perfectly al dente spaghetti or linguine is tossed in a light, garlicky sauce made from sweet, juicy cherry tomatoes and fragrant extra virgin olive oil, enhanced by the aromatic touch of fresh basil. A hint of red pepper flakes adds a subtle kick, while grated Parmesan provides a creamy, savory finish. Ready in just 30 minutes, this one-pan wonder is ideal for busy weeknights or a relaxing al fresco dinner. Plus, with only a handful of pantry staples and garden-fresh ingredients, it’s a wholesome meal that celebrates the season's bounty. Pair it with a crisp salad and a glass of wine to complete your effortless Italian-inspired feast.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams spaghetti or linguine
- 500 grams ripe cherry or grape tomatoes
- 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves, finely minced
- 15 grams fresh basil leaves, roughly chopped
- 0.5 teaspoons red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper, freshly ground
- 50 grams Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 cup reserved pasta water
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti or linguine and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining the pasta.
While the pasta cooks, halve the cherry or grape tomatoes and set them aside.
In a large skillet, heat the extra virgin olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes. Be careful not to let the garlic burn.
Add the halved tomatoes to the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, for 5-7 minutes or until they soften and release their juices.
Season the tomato mixture with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Stir well.
Add the drained pasta to the skillet with the tomatoes. Toss to combine, coating the pasta with the tomato sauce. If the mixture seems dry, add a splash of the reserved pasta water, a little at a time, until the sauce reaches your desired consistency.
Turn off the heat and stir in the fresh basil leaves.
Serve the pasta immediately, topped with grated Parmesan cheese. Add extra black pepper to taste if desired.
Enjoy your Fresh Tomato Garden Pasta!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1435 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 75.8 g | 97% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.6 g | 93% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 50 mg | 17% | |
| Sodium | 3248 mg | 141% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 150.2 g | 55% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.3 g | 51% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.3 g | ||
| Protein | 49.4 g | 99% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 690 mg | 53% | |
| Iron | 6.6 mg | 37% | |
| Potassium | 1481 mg | 32% | |
*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.
