So Easy Pasta with Fresh Herbs and Cold Tomato
Elevate your pasta night with this effortless and vibrant recipe for *So Easy Pasta with Fresh Herbs and Cold Tomato*. Perfect for busy evenings, this dish combines al dente pasta with a no-cook, flavor-packed sauce made from juicy vine-ripened tomatoes, aromatic garlic, and a medley of fresh parsley and basil. A generous drizzle of extra virgin olive oil ties it all together, while optional Parmesan or chili flakes add a customizable touch. The key to its irresistible freshness? Tossing the warm pasta with the chilled tomato-herb mixture, allowing the flavors to mingle beautifully. Ready in just 25 minutes, this simple yet sophisticated meal is a celebration of summer’s best ingredients. Vegan-friendly and customizable, it’s ideal for a cozy dinner or effortless entertaining.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 grams pasta (spaghetti, linguine, or your choice)
- 3 large ripe tomatoes (preferably vine-ripened or heirloom)
- 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil, torn or finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, finely minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
- 30 grams Parmesan cheese or pecorino, grated (optional)
- 0.5 teaspoon red chili flakes (optional)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente.
While the pasta cooks, prepare the tomato mixture: core the tomatoes and dice them into small pieces. Place the diced tomatoes into a large mixing bowl.
Add the olive oil, parsley, basil, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper to the tomatoes. Mix everything gently until well combined.
If using, add the grated Parmesan cheese or pecorino and a pinch of red chili flakes to the tomato mixture for added flavor.
Once the pasta is cooked, drain it and immediately transfer it to the bowl with the tomato and herb mixture. Toss gently to coat the pasta with the fresh ingredients.
Allow the pasta to sit for 2-3 minutes, giving the warm noodles time to soak up the flavors of the sauce.
Serve immediately, garnished with additional fresh basil leaves or grated cheese, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1190 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 68.4 g | 88% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.0 g | 70% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 24 mg | 8% | |
| Sodium | 2848 mg | 124% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 117.8 g | 43% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.8 g | 46% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.6 g | ||
| Protein | 34.4 g | 69% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 427 mg | 33% | |
| Iron | 5.0 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 1500 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.
