Description
Roasted tomato pasta is a vibrant and flavorful dish that captures the essence of summer in every bite. Featuring sweet, roasted cherry tomatoes, aromatic garlic, and fresh basil, this easy-to-make recipe brings comfort to your table any night of the week. Perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, it?s both visually stunning and deliciously satisfying. Enjoy the rich textures and aromas that celebrate simple ingredients transformed into a delightful meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz penne or spaghetti
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (or vegan alternative)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400?F (200?C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Toss cherry tomatoes with olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Spread them on the baking sheet.
- Roast for 20-25 minutes until blistered and juicy.
- Meanwhile, cook pasta in salted boiling water according to package directions until al dente; reserve 1/2 cup pasta water before draining.
- Combine roasted tomatoes with drained pasta, basil leaves, and Parmesan cheese. Toss together, adding reserved pasta water for desired consistency.
- Serve hot with additional olive oil and Parmesan if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 1/4 of recipe)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 305mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 15mg