Go Back

Tomato Basil Pasta

Pam Sherrill
If you’re looking for a quick, fresh, and satisfying meal, this Tomato Basil Pasta checks all the boxes. Made with simple ingredients like extra virgin olive oil, garlic salt, basil, and freshly chopped tomatoes, it’s bursting with flavor and comes together in no time. Topped with fragrant fresh basil and freshly grated Parmesan, it’s the perfect balance of comfort and freshness.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 18 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 7
Calories 385 kcal

Equipment

  • Pot and Colander

Ingredients
  

  • 1 box (14.5 oz) Pasta I recommend Barilla Protein + Angel Hair
  • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tbsp garlic salt
  • 2 tbsp dried basil
  • 2 tsp ground black pepper
  • 1 cup chopped fresh tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup fresh chopped basil
  • freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions
 

  • Bring a pot of water to a boil and cook the pasta according to package directions.
  • When the pasta is cooked to al dente, drain the water from the pot.
  • Add the oil and spices (garlic salt, dried basil and ground black pepper) to the pasta and toss gently.
  • Serve the pasta on individual plates. Top each plate with freshly chopped tomatoes, basil and freshly grated Parmesan cheese.

Notes

1 serving (86 g)
Calories: 385
Protein: 12.3 g
Carbohydrates: 46.6 g
Fiber: 6.4 g
Fat: 18.5 g
Saturated fat: 2.4 g
Keyword Delicious, Easy, Flavorful, Fresh, Mediterranean