Spaghetti Alla Checca
Bright, fresh, and bursting with Mediterranean flavors, Spaghetti Alla Checca is the perfect no-fuss dish for showcasing the simplicity of Italian cuisine. This quick and easy recipe combines tender al dente spaghetti with a refreshing raw sauce of juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy fresh mozzarella, fragrant basil, and a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil. With just 15 minutes of prep time and no heavy cooking required beyond boiling the pasta, it's a summertime favorite that’s light yet satisfying. Ideal for weeknight dinners or casual entertaining, this vibrant pasta dish delivers a perfect balance of textures and flavors in every bite. Serve it warm or at room temperature for a versatile meal that’s as beautiful as it is delicious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams spaghetti
- 400 grams cherry tomatoes
- 200 grams fresh mozzarella
- 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 15 leaves fresh basil leaves
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
While the water heats, dice the cherry tomatoes into quarters and place them in a large mixing bowl.
Cut the fresh mozzarella into small cubes and add them to the bowl with the tomatoes.
Finely mince the garlic cloves and add them to the bowl.
Tear or chop the fresh basil leaves and mix them into the bowl.
Drizzle the olive oil over the mixture, then season with salt and black pepper. Toss gently to combine and allow the flavors to meld while you cook the pasta.
Once the water is boiling, add the spaghetti and cook until al dente according to the package instructions (usually around 8-10 minutes).
Reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta cooking water, then drain the spaghetti.
Add the hot spaghetti to the mixing bowl with the tomato mixture. Toss everything together, adding a small amount of the reserved pasta water if needed to help combine the ingredients and create a light sauce.
Serve immediately, garnished with additional fresh basil if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1790 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 101.4 g | 130% | |
| Saturated Fat | 32.4 g | 162% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 130 mg | 43% | |
| Sodium | 3786 mg | 165% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 150.6 g | 55% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.7 g | 45% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.9 g | ||
| Protein | 74.8 g | 150% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 1505 mg | 116% | |
| Iron | 9.0 mg | 50% | |
| Potassium | 1428 mg | 30% | |
*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.
