Tomato Salad Spaghetti
Elevate your pasta game with this irresistibly fresh and vibrant Tomato Salad Spaghetti, a quick 25-minute recipe that’s perfect for busy weeknights or a summer gathering. Featuring al dente spaghetti tossed with a juicy cherry tomato salad infused with garlic, fresh basil, and a drizzle of balsamic vinegar, this dish is bursting with Mediterranean flavors. Torn pieces of creamy fresh mozzarella add a decadent touch, while a hint of optional red chili flakes provides a subtle kick. With its simple ingredients and effortless preparation, this spaghetti recipe is a celebration of bold yet balanced flavors, making it an instant favorite for pasta lovers. Serve it as a light main course or an elegant side dish—either way, it’s bound to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams spaghetti
- 300 grams cherry tomatoes
- 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic cloves
- 10 leaves fresh basil leaves
- 150 grams fresh mozzarella
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon red chili flakes (optional)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain the spaghetti.
While the spaghetti cooks, prepare the tomato salad. Halve the cherry tomatoes and place them in a mixing bowl.
Mince the garlic cloves and add them to the bowl with the cherry tomatoes.
Drizzle 3 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil over the tomatoes. Add the balsamic vinegar, salt, black pepper, and optional red chili flakes. Toss well to combine.
Chop the fresh basil leaves and gently stir them into the tomato salad.
Tear the fresh mozzarella into bite-sized pieces and set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked spaghetti with the tomato salad. Toss gently to coat the pasta evenly with the tomato mixture. If the dish looks dry, add a splash of the reserved pasta water.
Divide the spaghetti among serving plates and top each portion with the torn mozzarella pieces.
Drizzle the remaining tablespoon of olive oil lightly over the plates before serving.
Serve immediately and enjoy your fresh and flavorful Tomato Salad Spaghetti!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1638 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 91.0 g | 117% | |
| Saturated Fat | 26.5 g | 132% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 98 mg | 32% | |
| Sodium | 3435 mg | 149% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 147.5 g | 54% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.6 g | 41% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.7 g | ||
| Protein | 62.2 g | 124% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 1149 mg | 88% | |
| Iron | 8.7 mg | 48% | |
| Potassium | 1162 mg | 25% | |
*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.
