Very Easy Tomato Basil Mozzarella Pasta
Bright, fresh, and effortlessly delicious, this Very Easy Tomato Basil Mozzarella Pasta is your go-to recipe for a quick and flavorful weeknight dinner. Featuring tender pasta tossed in a vibrant cherry tomato and basil sauce, this dish is elevated with creamy bites of fresh mozzarella that melt just slightly into the warm pasta. Garlic, a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil, and a pinch of red chili flakes add depth and dimension, making each bite irresistibly flavorful. With just 10 minutes of prep and 15 minutes of cooking, this Mediterranean-inspired pasta is perfect for busy nights yet elegant enough for entertaining. Serve it as is or with a side of crusty bread for a meal that will satisfy everyone at the table. Quick, easy, and packed with Italian flavors, this pasta recipe is sure to become a household favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 350 g Pasta (such as spaghetti or penne)
- 300 g Cherry tomatoes
- 200 g Fresh mozzarella cheese
- 20 g Fresh basil leaves
- 3 tbsp Extra virgin olive oil
- 2 cloves Garlic cloves
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1 tsp Black pepper
- 0.5 tsp Red chili flakes
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta and set it aside.
While the pasta cooks, finely chop the garlic cloves and slice the cherry tomatoes in half.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Add the cherry tomatoes to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they soften and release their juices.
Season the tomato mixture with salt, black pepper, and red chili flakes. Stir to combine and reduce the heat to low.
Tear the fresh basil leaves into smaller pieces and add them to the skillet. Stir gently to combine.
Cut the fresh mozzarella into bite-sized pieces and set aside.
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet with the tomato and basil mixture. Toss to coat the pasta in the sauce, adding a splash of reserved pasta water if needed to loosen the sauce.
Turn off the heat and gently stir in the mozzarella pieces, allowing them to soften slightly but not completely melt.
Serve immediately, garnished with additional basil leaves if desired. Enjoy your Very Easy Tomato Basil Mozzarella Pasta!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1504 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 89.6 g | 115% | |
| Saturated Fat | 35.4 g | 177% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 157 mg | 52% | |
| Sodium | 3641 mg | 158% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 110.9 g | 40% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.9 g | 35% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.8 g | ||
| Protein | 64.5 g | 129% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1135 mg | 87% | |
| Iron | 6.8 mg | 38% | |
| Potassium | 1076 mg | 23% | |
*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.
