Description
Savor the vibrant flavors of this easy tomato dinner, where juicy ripe tomatoes, aromatic garlic, and fresh basil come together in a comforting dish. Ideal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this quick and satisfying meal is sure to impress family and friends alike with its colorful presentation and endless pairing possibilities.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh tomatoes, chopped
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 8 oz pasta (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400?F (200?C). Drizzle olive oil in a baking dish and add chopped tomatoes.
- Sprinkle minced garlic over the tomatoes and season with salt and pepper.
- Roast in the oven for 25-30 minutes until soft and bubbly.
- While roasting, cook pasta according to package instructions; drain but reserve 1 cup of pasta water.
- Combine roasted tomatoes with cooked pasta in a large bowl, adding reserved pasta water as needed for moisture.
- Finish with fresh basil and an optional drizzle of olive oil before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg