Description
Experience the delightful combination of roasted sweetness and garlic richness with our Roasted Tomato Garlic Pasta. This simple yet flavorful dish showcases caramelized cherry tomatoes and aromatic roasted garlic, perfectly tossed with your choice of al dente pasta and fresh basil. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or enjoying a quiet night in, this recipe is designed for any occasion. With quick preparation and versatile ingredients, you can easily adjust it to suit your taste. Serve it warm, garnished with Parmesan cheese for an added touch of indulgence. Enjoy the burst of flavor that makes every bite memorable!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound cherry tomatoes
- 1 head garlic
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- 1 pound pasta (any type)
- Fresh basil leaves, chopped
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a mixing bowl, toss cherry tomatoes with olive oil, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
- Place tomatoes on a baking sheet alongside the garlic head, cut side up. Roast for 25-30 minutes until blistered.
- Meanwhile, cook your pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
- After roasting, squeeze garlic cloves into a bowl, add tomatoes with their juices, and mash together.
- Mix in cooked pasta and fresh basil; adjust seasoning as needed.
- Serve warm topped with Parmesan cheese if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 65g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 10mg