Spaghetti with Raw Tomatoes
Elevate your weeknight dinners with the bright and refreshing flavors of Spaghetti with Raw Tomatoes! This no-cook tomato sauce is the epitome of simplicity and freshness, featuring juicy, vine-ripened tomatoes, fragrant basil, and a luscious drizzle of extra virgin olive oil that meld together effortlessly. Tossed with perfectly al dente spaghetti, minced garlic, and a sprinkling of parmesan cheese, this dish is a celebration of summer’s bounty in every bite. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s a quick and healthy pasta recipe perfect for busy evenings or light al fresco dining. Customize it with a pinch of red chili flakes for a subtle kick, and serve it with an extra drizzle of olive oil for restaurant-quality elegance. This recipe is a must-try for lovers of fresh, Mediterranean-inspired flavors!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams spaghetti
- 500 grams ripe tomatoes
- 60 ml extra virgin olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic
- 15 grams fresh basil leaves
- 50 grams parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon red chili flakes (optional)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente.
While the spaghetti is cooking, prepare the sauce. Dice the ripe tomatoes into small cubes and transfer them to a large mixing bowl.
Mince the garlic cloves finely and add them to the bowl with the tomatoes.
Drizzle the extra virgin olive oil over the tomato mixture. Add salt, ground black pepper, and (optional) red chili flakes to the bowl. Mix gently but thoroughly.
Chop the fresh basil leaves roughly and stir them into the tomato mixture. Let the sauce sit at room temperature for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Once the spaghetti is cooked, drain it well and immediately toss it with the tomato mixture while the pasta is still hot. This will slightly warm the sauce without cooking it.
Grate the parmesan cheese over the pasta and gently toss to combine.
Serve the spaghetti immediately, garnished with additional basil leaves and a drizzle of olive oil if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1417 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 75.3 g | 97% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.8 g | 89% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 44 mg | 15% | |
| Sodium | 2711 mg | 118% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 148.0 g | 54% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.4 g | 51% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.8 g | ||
| Protein | 44.9 g | 90% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 580 mg | 45% | |
| Iron | 9.2 mg | 51% | |
| Potassium | 1469 mg | 31% | |
*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.
