Tomato Basil Pasta
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5
Tomato Basil Pasta
Description
This Tomato Basil Pasta uses whole wheat spaghetti cooked until tender and combined with extra virgin olive oil, freshly squeezed lemon juice, and crushed garlic for a lively base flavor. Chopped ripe tomatoes and fresh basil add juiciness and aromatic freshness. Seasonings of sea salt and black pepper balance the dish. A final sprinkle of grated Parmesan adds a savory, slightly nutty finish.
The dish’s texture contrasts tender pasta with juicy tomato pieces and the softness of fresh basil leaves. The lemon juice brightens the flavors without overpowering, while olive oil provides a smooth coating for the pasta strands. This pasta suits light lunches or dinners needing minimal ingredients.
Enhancements like adding crushed red chili flakes for heat, sun-dried tomatoes for intensified tomato flavor, or pine nuts for crunch can be applied based on preference. Creamy additions like crème fraîche or Greek yogurt are optional to make the texture richer.
Ingredients
- 200 g whole wheat spaghetti
- 2 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 lemon (juice only)
- 2 garlic crushed, clove
- 4 tomato diced
- 4 tablespoon basil chopped, fresh
- 1 Pinch sea salt
- 1 Pinch black pepper
- 30 g parmesan grated
Instructions
- Add 200 g Whole wheat spaghetti to boiling water and simmer for 12 minutes.
- Drain the spaghetti and put back in the pan and add 2 tablespoon Olive oil, juice of 1 Lemon, 2 Garlic clove, 4 Tomatoes, 4 tablespoon Fresh basil and 1 Pinch Sea salt and ground black pepper. Mix well.
- Put into a serving dish and sprinkle over 30 g Parmesan.
Notes
- Use ripe, seasonal tomatoes for the best flavor and texture.
- Add red chili flakes for a spicy kick, if desired.
- Incorporate sun-dried tomatoes or pine nuts to enhance texture and flavor complexity.
- Generously salt pasta water to properly season the spaghetti.
- For a creamier finish, stir in a couple of tablespoons of crème fraîche or Greek yogurt.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 298 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1portion | |
| Calories | 298kcal | 15% |
| Carbohydrates | 45g | 15% |
| Protein | 11g | 22% |
| Fat | 9g | 14% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 5mg | 2% |
| Sodium | 141mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 436mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 1225IU | 25% |
| Vitamin C | 32.1mg | 36% |
| Calcium | 136mg | 14% |
| Iron | 2.4mg | 13% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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