Description
One Pot Cherry Tomato Basil Pasta is a delightful culinary experience that unites fresh cherry tomatoes and aromatic basil in a single pot. This vibrant dish bursts with flavor and makes weeknight dinners feel special without the fuss of extensive cleanup. Perfect for busy evenings or casual gatherings, each forkful promises a delicious blend of sweetness and earthiness that will have everyone coming back for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 8 oz linguine or spaghetti
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 cups vegetable broth
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients on your countertop for easy access.
- In a large pot over medium heat, warm the olive oil until shimmering. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add halved cherry tomatoes, seasoning with salt and pepper. Sauté for 5 minutes until the tomatoes burst open and release their juices.
- Incorporate uncooked pasta and pour in vegetable broth. Bring to a gentle boil, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and let simmer for 10-12 minutes until the pasta is tender and most liquid is absorbed.
- Remove from heat, stir in fresh basil leaves and grated Parmesan cheese. Let sit covered for 2 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One Pot
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (250g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 10mg