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Easy 15-Minute Garlic Tomato Pasta Recipe | Quick Dinner Idea
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Easy 15-Minute Garlic Tomato Pasta Recipe | Quick Dinner Idea
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Easy 15-Minute Garlic Tomato Pasta Recipe | Quick Dinner Idea

Learn how to make a delicious and quick garlic tomato pasta in just 15 minutes! Perfect for a speedy weeknight meal that's packed with fresh flavors and simple ingredients. This recipe is a lifesaver for busy evenings.
#Pasta
#Easy Recipe
#Quick Dinner
#Vegetarian
#Tomato
#Garlic
#Weeknight Meal
Finished Garlic Tomato Pasta, close-up
Finished Garlic Tomato Pasta, close-up

Recipe Information

10m
Prep Time
15m
Cook Time
25m
Total Time
2
Servings
Easy
Italian
English
Nutrition (per serving)
450
Calories
15g
Protein
60g
Carbs
15g
Fat
Pasta in a bowl with fresh basil
Pasta in a bowl with fresh basil

Ingredients

  • Pasta
    (Any short pasta like penne or fusilli)

    200 grams

  • Cherry tomatoes
    (Halved)

    250 grams
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  • Garlic
    (Minced)

    2 cloves

  • Olive oil

    2 tablespoons

  • Salt

    to taste

  • Black pepper
    (Freshly ground)

    to taste

  • Fresh basil
    (For garnish, chopped)

    a handful
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Servings: 2
💡 Tip: Check off ingredients as you add them to keep track of your progress!
Serving of delicious garlic tomato pasta
Serving of delicious garlic tomato pasta

Instructions

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  • 1

    Boil a pot of salted water and cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving a bit of pasta water.
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    Boil a pot of salted water and cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving a bit of pasta water.
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    Don't overcook the pasta; it should still have a slight bite.
  • 2

    While the pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
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    While the pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
    2m

    Keep the heat medium-low to prevent garlic from turning bitter.
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  • 3

    Add the halved cherry tomatoes to the pan. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they soften and begin to burst, releasing their juices.
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    Add the halved cherry tomatoes to the pan. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they soften and begin to burst, releasing their juices.
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    Gently press the tomatoes with the back of your spoon to help them burst.
  • 4

    Add the cooked and drained pasta to the pan with the tomato sauce. Toss to combine everything thoroughly. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of the reserved pasta water to reach desired consistency.
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    Add the cooked and drained pasta to the pan with the tomato sauce. Toss to combine everything thoroughly. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of the reserved pasta water to reach desired consistency.
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    Pasta water helps the sauce cling to the pasta beautifully.
  • 5

    Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Garnish with fresh chopped basil before serving immediately.
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    Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Garnish with fresh chopped basil before serving immediately.
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    Fresh basil adds a wonderful aromatic finish to the dish.
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