Spaghettini Estivi Summer Spaghettini
Bright, fresh, and irresistibly simple, Spaghettini Estivi, or Summer Spaghettini, is the perfect recipe to showcase the vibrant flavors of the season. This light yet satisfying pasta dish features tender spaghettini tossed with juicy cherry tomatoes, fragrant garlic, and a refreshing pop of zesty lemon. Finished with fresh basil leaves and optional Parmesan for a touch of creaminess, it’s an effortless meal that comes together in just 25 minutes. With minimal ingredients and a no-fuss preparation, this Mediterranean-inspired recipe is ideal for weeknight dinners, summer gatherings, or a quick al fresco lunch. Bursting with summer essence, this dish delivers maximum flavor with a beautifully simple, rustic charm.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 g Spaghettini pasta
- 300 g Cherry tomatoes
- 20 g Fresh basil leaves
- 2 pcs Garlic cloves
- 60 ml Extra virgin olive oil
- 1 pc Lemon (zest and juice)
- 40 g Parmesan cheese (optional, grated)
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghettini pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta.
While the pasta is cooking, halve the cherry tomatoes and set aside. Finely slice the garlic cloves.
In a large skillet over medium heat, add the extra virgin olive oil and sliced garlic. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.
Add the halved cherry tomatoes to the skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes soften and release their juices.
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the cooked spaghettini. Toss to combine, adding a splash of the reserved pasta water to create a light sauce.
Zest the lemon over the pasta, then squeeze in its juice. Add salt and black pepper to taste, tossing everything together.
Roughly tear the fresh basil leaves and toss them into the skillet. Mix well and cook for an additional minute.
Transfer the spaghettini to serving plates and garnish with grated Parmesan cheese, if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1371 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 71.8 g | 92% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.1 g | 80% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 16 mg | 5% | |
| Sodium | 2994 mg | 130% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 146.2 g | 53% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.7 g | 49% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.8 g | ||
| Protein | 42.9 g | 86% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 566 mg | 44% | |
| Iron | 4.2 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 1109 mg | 24% | |
*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.
