Pasta W Garlic Tomato Basil
Bright, fresh, and irresistibly simple, this Pasta with Garlic, Tomato, and Basil is a true celebration of classic Italian flavors. Featuring al dente spaghetti tossed in a fragrant olive oil base with sautéed garlic, sweet cherry tomatoes, and aromatic fresh basil, this dish strikes the perfect balance between elegance and ease. Ready in just 30 minutes, it's a quick yet flavorful dinner option for busy weeknights or casual entertaining. Customizable with a sprinkle of Parmesan or your favorite pasta shape, this recipe is a must-try for fans of Mediterranean-inspired meals. Perfectly light and summery, this wholesome pasta is destined to become a family favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams spaghetti or pasta of choice
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 pieces garlic cloves, thinly sliced
- 500 grams cherry tomatoes, halved
- 20 grams fresh basil leaves, torn
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
- 50 grams grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta cooking water, drain the rest, and set aside.
While the pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the sliced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant and lightly golden, being careful not to burn it.
Add the cherry tomatoes to the skillet and season with salt and black pepper. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes soften and release their juices.
Stir in the torn basil leaves and allow them to wilt slightly in the heat of the sauce, about 1 minute.
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to combine, coating the pasta with the garlic-tomato-basil mixture. If the mixture is too dry, stir in some of the reserved pasta water to achieve the desired consistency.
Serve immediately in bowls and sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1460 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 75.4 g | 97% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.5 g | 92% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 40 mg | 13% | |
| Sodium | 3155 mg | 137% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 150.6 g | 55% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.3 g | 51% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.4 g | ||
| Protein | 48.0 g | 96% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 686 mg | 53% | |
| Iron | 6.4 mg | 36% | |
| Potassium | 1513 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.
