Tomato Basil Pasta

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4.9

75 reviews
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  • Prep Time

    10 mins

  • Cook Time

    10 mins

  • Total Time

    30 mins

  • Servings

    5

  • Calories

    432 kcal

  • Course

    Main Course

  • Cuisine

    Italian, American

Tomato Basil Pasta

This easy Tomato Basil Pasta recipe features juicy ripe tomatoes paired with sweet basil, garlic and fresh parmesan cheese. It's light and fresh and on the table in 20 minutes!

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 12 ounces spaghetti noodles
  • 2 Tablespoons olive oil
  • 3-4 cloves garlic , minced
  • 2 pounds roma tomatoes , diced, or cherry tomatoes, halved
  • freshly ground black pepper , to taste
  • 1 cup fresh basil leaves , chopped
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese , divided
  • 1-2 chicken breasts , optional. See note
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Instructions

  1. Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  2. While pasta cooks, heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add oil. Once hot, add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds, careful not to burn it.
  3. Add freshly diced tomatoes and cook, stirring, about 2 to 3 minutes. Add fresh ground black pepper, to taste. Sprinkle with 2 Tablespoons parmesan cheese. Add fresh chopped basil.
  4. Serve mixture over hot cooked spaghetti noodles. 
  5. Garnish with remaining parmesan cheese. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Pasta: Use whole wheat spaghetti, or any other type of pasta.
  • Add Veggies: Try adding chopped spinach, onion, zucchini, or asparagus.
  • Add Chicken: Add chicken to make it heartier, and add extra protein. Sauté the chicken in oil, first, (season with salt and pepper), then add garlic and continue with the recipe.
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Nutrition Information

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Calories 432kcal (22%) Carbohydrates 60g (20%) Protein 23g (46%) Fat 11g (17%) Saturated Fat 3g (15%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 5g Trans Fat 1g Cholesterol 38mg (13%) Sodium 241mg (10%) Potassium 789mg (23%) Fiber 4g (16%) Sugar 7g (14%) Vitamin A 1865IU (37%) Vitamin C 27mg (30%) Calcium 135mg (14%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 5Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 432 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 432kcal 22%
Carbohydrates 60g 20%
Protein 23g 46%
Fat 11g 17%
Saturated Fat 3g 15%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 5g 25%
Trans Fat 1g 50%
Cholesterol 38mg 13%
Sodium 241mg 10%
Potassium 789mg 17%
Fiber 4g 16%
Sugar 7g 14%
Vitamin A 1865IU 37%
Vitamin C 27mg 30%
Calcium 135mg 14%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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