Quick & Easy Cherry Tomato Pasta | Delicious 15-Min Recipe

Name: Quick & Easy Cherry Tomato Pasta | Delicious 15-Min Recipe
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 2
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 450 g Cherry Tomatoes (Halved); 2 x Garlic Cloves (Thinly sliced); 25 g Fresh Basil Leaves; 20 ml Olive Oil; 170 g Dried Pasta (Approx. 85g per person); to taste Salt; to taste Freshly Cracked Black Pepper

Learn how to make a quick and easy cherry tomato pasta, perfect for a delicious meal in under 15 minutes. This recipe serves two generously and features fresh ingredients like juicy cherry tomatoes, aromatic garlic, and fresh basil. Ideal for a flavorful weeknight dinner!

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Recipe Information

Prep Time

10m

Cook Time

15m

Total Time

Servings

Easy

Italian

English

Nutrition (per serving)

450

Calories

15g

Protein

60g

Carbs

15g

Fat

Sizzling Cherry Tomatoes & Garlic

Ingredients

Cherry Tomatoes
(Halved)
450 g
Garlic Cloves
(Thinly sliced)
2 x

Fresh Basil Leaves
25 g
Olive Oil
20 ml
Dried Pasta
(Approx. 85g per person)
170 g
Salt
to taste
Freshly Cracked Black Pepper
to taste

Servings: 2

💡 Tip: Check off ingredients as you add them to keep track of your progress!

Pasta Cooking to Perfection

Instructions

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Halve cherry tomatoes, thinly slice garlic, and pick basil leaves from stems. Have all ingredients ready for cooking.
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Halve cherry tomatoes, thinly slice garlic, and pick basil leaves from stems. Have all ingredients ready for cooking.
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Prepare all ingredients before cooking (mise en place) to make the process smoother and faster.
2
Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Ensure enough water is used for the pasta to cook freely.
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Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Ensure enough water is used for the pasta to cook freely.
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Salting the pasta water generously enhances the flavor of the pasta itself.

3
In a separate pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the halved cherry tomatoes and sliced garlic. Sauté until the tomatoes begin to soften and burst, and the garlic is fragrant, about 5-7 minutes.
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In a separate pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the halved cherry tomatoes and sliced garlic. Sauté until the tomatoes begin to soften and burst, and the garlic is fragrant, about 5-7 minutes.
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Allowing some tomatoes to burst creates a natural, flavorful sauce base.
4
Add the dried pasta to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve about a cup of pasta water before draining.
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Add the dried pasta to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve about a cup of pasta water before draining.
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Al dente pasta holds its shape and provides a satisfying bite.
5
Drain the pasta and add it directly to the pan with the sautéed tomatoes and garlic. Add the fresh basil leaves, salt, and freshly cracked black pepper. Toss everything well to combine, adding a splash of the reserved pasta water if the sauce is too thick.
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Drain the pasta and add it directly to the pan with the sautéed tomatoes and garlic. Add the fresh basil leaves, salt, and freshly cracked black pepper. Toss everything well to combine, adding a splash of the reserved pasta water if the sauce is too thick.
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The starch in the pasta water helps emulsify the sauce, making it silky and cohesive.

6
Serve the pasta immediately, garnished with extra fresh basil or a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese if desired.
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Serve the pasta immediately, garnished with extra fresh basil or a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese if desired.
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Fresh basil adds a bright, aromatic finish to the dish.