Fresh Tomato Pasta Recipe
Fresh, flavorful, fast and packed with colors, this fresh tomato pasta recipe is amazing for any hot day.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 556kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 cups red cherry tomatoes
- 1 cup orange cherry tomatoes
- 1 garlic clove minced
- 1/2 cup olive oil extra virgin
- 10 oz spaghetti
- 1 cup fresh basil chopped
- 1/3 cup parmesan cheese shaved
- a drizzle of balsamic vinegar glaze
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Follow the package directions to cook the pasta until al dente.
- Cook the tomatoes with the olive oil and garlic in a skillet for 5-8 minutes over low heat.
- Mix the tomatoes with the cooked pasta and fresh chopped basil while the pasta is still hot. If you’d like a saucy consistency, you can crush softened tomatoes with the back of a spoon before mixing them with the pasta. Add more olive oil if needed. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
- Finally, drizzle with balsamic vinegar glaze and garnish with shaved parmesan cheese just before serving.
Notes
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Nutrition
Serving: 1 | Calories: 556kcal | Carbohydrates: 58g | Protein: 14g | Fat: 30g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 20g | Cholesterol: 6mg | Sodium: 155mg | Potassium: 445mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 746IU | Vitamin C: 22mg | Calcium: 138mg | Iron: 2mg