Description
Discover a delightful culinary experience with our Roasted Tomato Garlic Pasta, a deliciously simple recipe perfect for any occasion. This dish beautifully combines sweet, caramelized cherry tomatoes and roasted garlic with al dente pasta and fresh basil, bringing the essence of summer to your table. Whether it’s a casual dinner or a festive gathering, this pasta will impress your guests and make weeknight meals special. With minimal ingredients and straightforward steps, you’ll create a flavorful dish that’s both satisfying and easy to prepare.
Ingredients
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- 1 pound cherry tomatoes
- 1 head garlic
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 pound pasta (spaghetti or choice)
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Rinse cherry tomatoes and place in a large bowl. Cut the top off the garlic head.
- Drizzle tomatoes with 2 tablespoons olive oil, season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Toss well.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper; spread tomatoes on one side and place garlic cut side up on the other. Drizzle with olive oil and salt.
- Roast for 25-30 minutes until tomatoes are blistered and garlic is soft.
- Meanwhile, boil salted water in a pot, add pasta, cooking until al dente.
- Squeeze roasted garlic into a mixing bowl; add tomatoes and their juices.
- Mash together gently until combined but chunky.
- Stir in remaining olive oil and balsamic vinegar if using; season as needed.
- Combine cooked pasta in the mixing bowl; toss everything together, adding reserved pasta water for desired consistency.
- Fold in chopped basil just before serving, top with Parmesan cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 65g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 10mg