Cherry tomato and basil spaghetti
Savor the simplicity of Cherry Tomato and Basil Spaghetti! This delicious pasta dish features perfectly cooked spaghetti tossed in a fragrant garlic and olive oil sauce, accented with sweet cherry tomatoes and fresh basil leaves. Ready in no time, it's the perfect meal for busy evenings.
- 06 Jun 2025
- Cook time 12 min
- Prep time 15 min
- 4 Servings
- 5 Ingredients
Cherry tomato and basil spaghetti is a simple yet delightful dish that highlights the fresh flavors of ripe cherry tomatoes and aromatic basil. This recipe is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a light, satisfying meal. With just a few ingredients, you can create a delicious pasta dish that is sure to please everyone's taste buds.
Ingredients:
Instructions:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
- Add the spaghetti and cook according to the package instructions until al dente.
- Reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta cooking water, then drain the pasta and set aside.
- While the pasta is cooking, halve the cherry tomatoes and thinly slice the garlic cloves.
- Roughly chop the basil leaves.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the sliced garlic and sauté until golden brown, about 1-2 minutes. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
- Add the halved cherry tomatoes to the skillet.
- Cook, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes start to soften and release their juices, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet with the tomatoes and garlic.
- Toss to combine, ensuring the pasta is well coated with the tomato and garlic mixture.
- If the pasta seems dry, add a bit of the reserved pasta water, a tablespoon at a time, until you reach your desired consistency.
- Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the chopped basil leaves.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Transfer the pasta to serving plates or a large serving bowl.
- Drizzle with a little extra olive oil if desired.
- Garnish with additional fresh basil leaves if available.
- Serve immediately while hot and enjoy your delicious Cherry Tomato and Basil Spaghetti!
Tips:
- Use fresh, ripe cherry tomatoes for the best flavor. Slightly overripe tomatoes will add a richer, sweeter taste to the sauce.
- Fresh basil leaves are key to this dish. If you can, avoid using dried basil as it won't provide the same aromatic quality.
- Don't skimp on the olive oil, as it acts as the base of your sauce and carries the flavors of the garlic and tomatoes.
- You can add a pinch of red pepper flakes if you prefer a bit of heat in your pasta.
- Reserve a cup of pasta water before draining. Adding a bit of this starchy water to the sauce helps to create a silky texture and allows the sauce to adhere better to the pasta.
- Toss the pasta with the sauce in the pan to ensure that every strand of spaghetti is evenly coated with the tomatoes and olive oil.
This cherry tomato and basil spaghetti is an exquisite example of how simple ingredients can come together to create a delectable dish. The combination of sweet cherry tomatoes, fragrant basil, and savory garlic elevates this pasta recipe to a new level of deliciousness. Enjoy this dish freshly made and don't forget to garnish it with extra basil for an enhanced flavor.
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | 200 grams |
| Energy | |
| Calories 330kcal | 17% |
| Protein | |
| Protein 12g | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | |
| Carbohydrates 70g | 19% |
| Fiber 3.86g | 10% |
| Sugar 4.66g | 5% |
| Fat | |
| Fat 22g | 25% |
| Saturated 3.03g | 10% |
| Cholesterol 0.00mg | - |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A 40ug | 4% |
| Choline 20mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B1 0.79mg | 66% |
| Vitamin B2 0.36mg | 28% |
| Vitamin B3 7mg | 42% |
| Vitamin B6 0.21mg | 13% |
| Vitamin B9 220ug | 54% |
| Vitamin B12 0.00ug | 0% |
| Vitamin C 13mg | 14% |
| Vitamin E 0.59mg | 4% |
| Vitamin K 11ug | 9% |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium, Ca 30mg | 2% |
| Copper, Cu 0.31mg | 34% |
| Iron, Fe 3.10mg | 28% |
| Magnesium, Mg 54mg | 13% |
| Phosphorus, P 190mg | 15% |
| Potassium, K 410mg | 12% |
| Selenium, Se 55ug | 98% |
| Sodium, Na 10mg | 1% |
| Zinc, Zn 1.38mg | 13% |
| Water | |
| Water 100g | - |
| * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. | |
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