Description
A vibrant summer pasta dish showcasing sun-ripened tomatoes, fresh basil, and garlic, tossed in olive oil with tender pasta. Minimal cooking, maximum flavor.
Ingredients
8 oz (225g) pasta
1 lb (450g) cherry tomatoes
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup fresh basil, torn
Salt to taste
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
0.01 oz (0.3g) black pepper
Instructions
Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente
Meanwhile, whisk olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper
Add cherry tomatoes to the bowl and marinate 10 minutes
Heat the bowl briefly (10 seconds) using a light torch or microwave-safe dish
Toss pasta into the warm oil-garlic-tomato mixture
Stir in basil
Serve warm or at room temperature with Parmesan cheese
Notes
Let marinated tomatoes sit at room temperature for at least 30 minutes
Try adding zucchini or cucumber
Best served within 2 hours
If cooking for a crowd, marinate in advance
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 8
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop and Room Temperature
- Cuisine: Italian
