5 from 32 votes
Cherry Tomato Pasta
Cherry Tomato Pasta blends linguine with gently stewed cherry tomatoes and crushed garlic cooked in olive oil to create a fresh, lightly sauced dish. The tomatoes are softened and burst open, releasing their juices, which mingle with lemon juice and fresh basil for brightness and aroma. Topped with shaved or grated parmesan, this combination yields a vibrant, flavorful pasta suited to enjoy the peak freshness of tomatoes, especially during their season.
Prep Time
2 mins
Cook Time
12 mins
Total Time
14 mins
Servings:
2
servings
Calories:
483 kcal
Course:
Main Course, Lunch, Dinner
Cuisine:
Italian
Ingredients
- 150 g linguine
- 500 g cherry tomato
- 2 tablespoon olive oil
- 5 garlic crushed, clove
- 1 lemon juice only
- 10 g basil chopped, plus extra to serve, fresh
- 30 g parmesan shaved or grated (optional)
Instructions
- Cook 150 g Linguine according to the package instructions.
- Heat 2 tablespoon Olive oil in a large pan and once hot, add 500 g Cherry tomatoes and 5 Garlic clove and cook on a low heat for 6-8 minutes until the tomatoes have softened.
- Using a wooden spoon, carefully push the tomatoes down a little so that they burst and the juices create a sauce in the pan.
- Drain the pasta and add it to the pan, with a splash of the pasta water, and then stir in the juice of 1 Lemon and 10 g Fresh basil. Mix well.
- Serve topped with 30 g Parmesan and more basil.
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Notes
- Add a splash of balsamic vinegar just before serving for extra flavor.
- Use a potato masher to gently crush tomatoes for a saucier texture.
- Freshly cracked black pepper enhances the dish's taste.
- Linguine is a preferred pasta, but any pasta shape can be used.
- Omit parmesan or use vegan alternatives to make this dish vegan-friendly.
- Prepare when tomatoes are in season for the best flavor.
- Add a bit of reserved pasta water to loosen the sauce, or a dollop of cream cheese for creaminess.
Nutrition Information
Serving
1portion
Calories
483kcal
(24%)
Carbohydrates
68g
(23%)
Protein
19g
(38%)
Fat
18g
(28%)
Saturated Fat
5g
(25%)
Cholesterol
10mg
(3%)
Sodium
275mg
(11%)
Potassium
846mg
(18%)
Fiber
6g
(24%)
Sugar
10g
(20%)
Vitamin A
1616IU
(32%)
Vitamin C
89mg
(99%)
Calcium
257mg
(26%)
Iron
3mg
(17%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 2 servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 483
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1portion | |
| Calories | 483kcal | 24% |
| Carbohydrates | 68g | 23% |
| Protein | 19g | 38% |
| Fat | 18g | 28% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Cholesterol | 10mg | 3% |
| Sodium | 275mg | 11% |
| Potassium | 846mg | 18% |
| Fiber | 6g | 24% |
| Sugar | 10g | 20% |
| Vitamin A | 1616IU | 32% |
| Vitamin C | 89mg | 99% |
| Calcium | 257mg | 26% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.