Description
Experience the essence of summer with this vibrant Spaghetti with Burst Cherry Tomatoes and Olive Oil. This simple yet exquisite dish combines al dente spaghetti, juicy cherry tomatoes, and fragrant basil, all drizzled with rich extra virgin olive oil. Perfect for family gatherings or a cozy weeknight dinner, it captures the heart of Italian cuisine in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves, torn
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the ingredients by rinsing the cherry tomatoes and finely chopping the garlic.
- In a large pot, boil salted water and cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente (8-10 minutes).
- While pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Add the cherry tomatoes and cook for 5-7 minutes until they burst and release their juices.
- Drain the spaghetti (reserve some pasta water) and add it to the skillet with the tomato mixture. Toss to combine, adding reserved pasta water for creaminess.
- Off heat, stir in torn basil leaves and season with salt and pepper.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (200g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg