Tomato Basil Pasta
Servings: 4 Servings
Ingredients
- 8 ounces long pasta any variety, uncooked
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 16 ounces cherry tomatoes
- ¼ teaspoon salt or to taste
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper or to taste
- 2 tablespoons garlic cloves minced
- 4 tablespoons fresh basil chopped
- ¼ cup low sodium vegetable broth or chicken broth
Instructions
- Start by cooking your pasta. Salt the water liberally. While the pasta cooks you can make the sauce.8 ounces long pasta
- In a medium saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium-low heat. Once the oil is warm, add the tomatoes, salt, and pepper and let them cook for 8 to 10 minutes.3 tablespoons olive oil, 16 ounces cherry tomatoes, ¼ teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- Add the garlic, and cook for an additional 30 seconds.2 tablespoons garlic cloves
- Add the basil and broth. Increase the heat to medium and let the mixture to simmer for approximately 3 to 5 minutes to reduce the liquid.4 tablespoons fresh basil, ¼ cup low sodium vegetable broth
- Drain the pasta noodles and add them to the pan sauce. Toss the noodles in the sauce to coat them evenly.
- Serve immediately. Leftovers can be stored in a sealed container in your fridge for up to 3 days.
Notes
- The calories listed are an approximation based on the ingredients in the recipe card and a serving size of 2-ounces of the tomato basil pasta. Actual calories will vary.
Nutrition Facts
Tomato Basil Pasta
Serving Size
2 ounces
Amount per Serving
Calories
331
% Daily Value*
Fat
12
g
18
%
Saturated Fat
2
g
10
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
1
g
Monounsaturated Fat
8
g
Sodium
221
mg
9
%
Potassium
397
mg
11
%
Carbohydrates
49
g
16
%
Fiber
3
g
12
%
Sugar
5
g
6
%
Protein
9
g
18
%
Vitamin A
692
IU
14
%
Vitamin C
27
mg
33
%
Calcium
36
mg
4
%
Iron
2
mg
11
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
