No Cook Pasta Sauce
Transform your pasta night with this vibrant and effortless No Cook Pasta Sauce, a fresh, flavor-packed option perfect for busy weeknights or summer evenings. Bursting with the sunny sweetness of cherry tomatoes, the peppery kick of fresh basil, and the subtle heat of red chili flakes, this sauce comes together in just 10 minutes—no stove required! Simply toss the ingredients, including fragrant garlic, creamy mozzarella (optional), and a bright splash of lemon juice, with al dente pasta for a dish that's as refreshing as it is satisfying. Ideal for spaghetti, linguine, or your favorite pasta shape, this recipe lets the natural flavors shine and can be customized with a spritz of extra olive oil or a sprinkle of Parmesan just before serving. Perfect for lovers of quick, wholesome meals, this no-cook pasta sauce is a must-try for your next easy dinner idea.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Cherry tomatoes
- 0.25 cups Extra virgin olive oil
- 0.5 cups Fresh basil leaves
- 2 pieces Garlic cloves
- 1 cup Fresh mozzarella (optional)
- 0.5 teaspoons Red chili flakes
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
- 12 ounces Cooked pasta (e.g., spaghetti or linguine)
Instructions
Wash the cherry tomatoes and slice them in half. Place them in a large mixing bowl.
Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves. Add them to the bowl with the tomatoes.
Chiffonade the fresh basil leaves (stack basil leaves, roll them tightly, and slice into thin ribbons) and mix into the bowl.
Drizzle the olive oil and fresh lemon juice over the tomato mixture.
Season the mixture with salt, black pepper, and red chili flakes. Toss gently to combine.
If using, dice the fresh mozzarella into small cubes and add it to the mixture.
Let the sauce sit at room temperature for about 10-15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Cook the pasta according to the package instructions, reserving about 1/4 cup of pasta water before draining.
Toss the cooked pasta with the sauce, adding a splash of reserved pasta water if needed to help combine.
Serve immediately, topped with additional fresh basil or grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1820 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 111.3 g | 143% | |
| Saturated Fat | 42.8 g | 214% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 171 mg | 57% | |
| Sodium | 3879 mg | 169% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 130.2 g | 47% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.0 g | 39% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.7 g | ||
| Protein | 74.6 g | 149% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1377 mg | 106% | |
| Iron | 7.0 mg | 39% | |
| Potassium | 1134 mg | 24% | |
*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.
