Spaghetti with Burst Cherry Tomatoes and Olive Oil
Spaghetti with Burst Cherry Tomatoes and Olive Oil is a delightful, quick dish that transports you to the Mediterranean with every bite. Featuring sweet cherry tomatoes bursting in golden olive oil and aromatic garlic, this vibrant pasta recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. In just 25 minutes, you can prepare a fresh meal that’s as satisfying as it is simple.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces spaghetti
- 2 cups ripe cherry tomatoes
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 3–4 garlic cloves, minced
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- Fresh basil leaves (to taste)
Instructions
- Cook spaghetti in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente (8-10 minutes). Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water before draining.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add cherry tomatoes and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally until they burst.
- Toss drained spaghetti into the skillet with the tomato mixture, adding reserved pasta water as needed for consistency.
- Season with salt and pepper, then tear fresh basil over the top before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 210g)
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg