Angel Hair Pasta with Garlic and Cherry Tomatoes
Angel hair pasta is the epitome of comfort food, offering a delicate texture and rich flavor that makes every bite feel like a warm hug. This quick and easy recipe features perfectly cooked angel hair enveloped in a fragrant garlic and cherry tomato sauce, topped with fresh basil and Parmesan cheese. Perfect for cozy dinners or impressing guests, this dish allows for endless customization with seasonal vegetables or proteins. Get ready to create delicious memories with this delightful meal!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz angel hair pasta
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves, torn
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the angel hair pasta according to package instructions (about 3-4 minutes) until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Add halved cherry tomatoes to the skillet and cook until they begin to burst (about 5 minutes). Season with salt and pepper.
- Toss the cooked pasta into the skillet with the tomato mixture, gently mixing to coat.
- Remove from heat and stir in torn basil leaves and grated Parmesan cheese before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 12mg