Pasta with Tomato and Peas
Bright, zesty, and wonderfully comforting, this Pasta with Tomato and Peas recipe is a perfect weeknight dinner that combines simplicity with delicious flavors. Tender spaghetti or penne is coated in a vibrant, garlicky tomato sauce enhanced by a touch of oregano and a kick of red chili flakes. Sweet bursts of frozen peas bring a delightful contrast, while fresh basil and grated Parmesan add an aromatic and cheesy finish. Ready in just 35 minutes, this one-pot meal is an excellent choice for busy evenings, offering a wholesome, vegetarian-friendly option that’s packed with nutrients and satisfying flavors. Whether you’re cooking for the family or meal prepping for the week, this hearty pasta dish is sure to become a favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 g spaghetti or penne pasta
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 pieces garlic cloves, minced
- 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
- 400 g canned diced tomatoes
- 200 g frozen peas
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 0.5 tsp red chili flakes
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 10 g fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 50 g grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain the pasta and reserve 1/2 cup of the cooking water.
While the pasta cooks, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic and chopped onion to the skillet. Sauté for 3-4 minutes, or until the onion becomes translucent and fragrant.
Pour in the canned diced tomatoes along with their juices. Stir in the dried oregano, red chili flakes, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Add the frozen peas to the tomato sauce and cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
If the sauce is too thick, stir in a few tablespoons of the reserved pasta cooking water to reach the desired consistency.
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet with the tomato and pea sauce. Toss well to coat the pasta evenly with the sauce.
Garnish with fresh basil and grated Parmesan cheese before serving. Serve hot and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1297 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 59.0 g | 76% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.8 g | 89% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 58 mg | 19% | |
| Sodium | 3747 mg | 163% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 142.8 g | 52% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.8 g | 89% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.8 g | ||
| Protein | 52.9 g | 106% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 786 mg | 60% | |
| Iron | 9.5 mg | 53% | |
| Potassium | 1540 mg | 33% | |
*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.
