Pasta con Salsa di Pomodorini

Pasta con Salsa di Pomodorini is a vibrant and flavorful vegan dish that features al dente pasta tossed in a bright, fresh tomato sauce made with ripe cherry tomatoes. This simple yet delicious recipe captures the essence of Italian cuisine, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

• Pasta (spaghetti or penne) - 150 grams
• Cherry tomatoes - 250 grams
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Extra virgin olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Fresh basil leaves - a handful, torn
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - to taste
• Red pepper flakes - 1/4 teaspoon (optional)
• Nutritional yeast - 2 tablespoons (for a cheesy flavor)

Steps

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
2. While the pasta is cooking, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
3. Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
4. Add the cherry tomatoes to the skillet, season with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using).
5. Cook the tomatoes for about 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they soften and release their juices.
6. Once the pasta is cooked, reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta water and then drain the pasta.
7. Add the drained pasta to the skillet with the tomato sauce, tossing to combine. If the sauce is too thick, add a bit of the reserved pasta water to reach desired consistency.
8. Remove from heat and stir in the torn basil leaves and nutritional yeast.
9. Serve immediately, garnished with additional basil if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 380
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 65 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 400 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants from tomatoes, supporting heart health.
• High in fiber from the pasta and tomatoes, aiding digestion.

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