20 Minute Kalamata Olive, Tomato, and Caper Pasta

Name: 20 Minute Kalamata Olive, Tomato, and Caper Pasta
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound bowtie pasta; 6 tablespoons unsalted butter; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 medium yellow onion; 3 cloves garlic; 2 cups cherry tomatoes; 2 tablespoons capers; 1/2 cup halved kalamata olives; 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil; 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese; salt and pepper

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Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings
4 servings
Calories
508 kcal
Course
Main Course

20 Minute Kalamata Olive, Tomato, and Caper Pasta

Benjamin Ramirez

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This quick and easy 20-minute Kalamata olive, tomato, and caper pasta is perfect for the weeknight rush! Full of flavor and packed full of fresh goodness.

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Ingredients

Servings

1 pound bowtie pasta
6 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium yellow onion diced
3 cloves garlic minced
2 cups cherry tomatoes cut in half
2 tablespoons capers
1/2 cup halved kalamata olives
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese divided
salt and pepper to taste

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Instructions

In a large pot, fill with salted water and set over high heat.
Once the water is boiling add pasta and cook till al dente, following box directions.
While the pasta is cooking start your sauce.
In a large skillet melt butter and olive oil over medium heat.
Add in onions and garlic. Sauté until the onions are translucent and the garlic is fragrant.
Add in tomatoes and capers and sauté until the tomatoes just start to soften. Remove from heat and set aside while your pasta finishes cooking.
Once the pasta is fully cooked, drain and add back to the pot.
Add sauce, Parmesan cheese, olives, and basil to the pasta. Toss to combine and drizzle with more olive oil if the pasta is too dry.
Season with salt and pepper if needed.
Serve warm with a sprinkle of extra grated Parmesan cheese if desired.

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Nutrition Information

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Serving 1g Calories 508kcal (25%) Carbohydrates 44g (15%) Protein 12g (24%) Fat 32g (49%) Saturated Fat 14g (70%) Polyunsaturated Fat 16g Cholesterol 57mg (19%) Sodium 513mg (21%) Fiber 4g (16%) Sugar 4g (8%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 508 kcal

% Daily Value*

Serving	1g
Calories	508kcal	25%
Carbohydrates	44g	15%
Protein	12g	24%
Fat	32g	49%
Saturated Fat	14g	70%
Polyunsaturated Fat	16g	94%
Cholesterol	57mg	19%
Sodium	513mg	21%
Fiber	4g	16%
Sugar	4g	8%