Description
Indulge in the delightful simplicity of Roasted Tomato Garlic Pasta, a dish that beautifully marries sweet, caramelized cherry tomatoes with aromatic roasted garlic. This easy recipe is not just a feast for the senses; it’s perfect for cozy dinners or lively gatherings. Tossed with al dente pasta and fresh basil, every bite bursts with rich flavors that will impress even the most discerning palates. In just 45 minutes, you can create a wholesome meal that showcases seasonal ingredients while remaining effortless to prepare.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound cherry tomatoes
- 1 head garlic
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 pound pasta (spaghetti or preferred type)
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Rinse and dry cherry tomatoes; place in a bowl. Slice off top of garlic head.
- Drizzle tomatoes with 2 tablespoons olive oil; season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Toss well.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper; spread tomatoes in a single layer and place garlic cut-side up on the sheet. Drizzle garlic with olive oil and sprinkle with salt.
- Roast for 25–30 minutes until tomatoes blister and garlic softens.
- Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente; reserve about 1 cup of cooking water before draining.
- Mash cooled roasted garlic into a mixing bowl; add roasted tomatoes and any juices.
- Stir in remaining olive oil, balsamic vinegar (if using), salt, and pepper.
- Combine pasta with tomato-garlic mixture, adding reserved pasta water as needed for consistency.
- Fold in fresh basil right before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (250g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 5mg