Description
Delicious summer garden pasta is a vibrant dish brimming with flavor and freshness, perfect for warm-weather dining.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes
- ½ cup olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon salt
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 1 pound spaghetti or linguine
- Freshly grated Parmesan cheese (for serving)
Instructions
- Start by preparing the refreshing tomato sauce that will enhance your pasta dish. In a large mixing bowl, combine the halved cherry tomatoes, olive oil, minced garlic, fresh basil leaves, red pepper flakes, salt, and a sprinkle of black pepper. Stir the mixture lightly to distribute the flavors evenly. Once combined, cover the bowl with plastic wrap, allowing it to sit at room temperature for about four hours.
- While your tomato mixture is resting and the flavors are coming together, it's time to cook the pasta. Fill a large pot with water and bring it to a rolling boil. Add two tablespoons of salt along with a splash of olive oil to prevent sticking. Carefully add your choice of spaghetti or linguine to the boiling water, cooking it al dente according to the package instructions. Once cooked to perfection, drain the pasta using a colander.
- With the pasta cooked and the tomato sauce ready, it's time for the final assembly. Immediately add the hot pasta to the bowl containing the tomato mixture. Using tongs or a spatula, toss everything together gently, ensuring that the pasta is well-coated with the sauce. For an added touch of richness, sprinkle your portions generously with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and additional basil leaves.
Notes
Serve it warm or at room temperature; can be paired with a green salad or garlic bread.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dinner
Nutrition
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sodium: Varies depending on added salt and cheese
- Protein: 10 g