20-minute cherry tomato and basil pasta (vegan)
This pasta dish only requires pasta, olive oil, garlic, cherry tomatoes, and basil. To whip up a delectable pasta dish, all you need are a few simple ingredients: some pasta, a drizzle of olive oil, a clove or two of garlic, some succulent cherry tomatoes, and a generous sprinkle of fresh basil. These simple yet flavorful ingredients come together to create a mouth-watering dish that is sure to satisfy your cravings.
4 people
Calories: 460kcal
Ingredients
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 1 lb cherry tomatoes
- 4 garlic cloves, sliced
- 4 large sprigs basil, torn if large
- salt, a good pinch
- 12 oz spaghetti
Instructions
- First, bring to a boil a large pot filled with water. When it boils, add a big pinch of salt and add the pasta; cook until al dente (follow the package directions). Meanwhile, the pasta cooks in a large pan over medium heat. Add the olive oil and the tomatoes.12 oz spaghetti
- When they start to burst, add the garlic and a big pinch of salt and let them in the pan for 5 minutes until all the juices from the tomatoes come out. The garlic will get soft and infuse the tomatoes with all its flavors.¼ cup olive oil, 1 lb cherry tomatoes, 4 garlic cloves, sliced, salt, a good pinch
- The pasta should be ready by this point, but there is no need to drain it. With a pair of kitchen thongs or slotted spoon, start adding the cooked pasta to the cherry tomato saucepan. Mix and tear the basil leaves on top.4 large sprigs basil, torn if large
Notes
How to Store
- Cool First: Before storing, ensure the pasta is completely cooled to prevent bacterial growth.
- Airtight Containers: Use airtight glass containers to store the pasta in the refrigerator.
- Storage Time: The pasta will stay fresh in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Ingredient Substitute Options
- Pasta: If you don't have wheat pasta, you can use rice pasta, quinoa pasta, or even lentil pasta for a more protein-rich option. Use only pastas that you've tried before, gluten free pastas behave differently than regular pasta.
- Cherry Tomatoes: If you don't have cherry tomatoes, grape tomatoes or even Roma tomatoes cut into small pieces are a good alternative.
- Fresh Basil: If you don't have fresh basil, you can use dried basil, although the flavor will differ slightly. Other herbs like oregano or parsley can also work.
- Olive Oil: If you prefer another type of oil, avocado or coconut oil are good alternatives, although they will slightly change the flavor.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 460kcal | Carbohydrates: 69g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Sodium: 18mg | Potassium: 450mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 576IU | Vitamin C: 27mg | Calcium: 37mg | Iron: 2mg