Simple Pesto Pasta with Roasted Cherry Tomatoes
Make Simple Pesto Pasta with Roasted Cherry Tomatoes, an Italian dinner recipe with cherry tomatoes, olive oil, garlic powder. It has about 30 min, about 580 calories per serving. Get ingredients, step-by-step instructions, nutrition estimates, FAQs, and Recipe Genius app tools.
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Simple Pesto Pasta with Roasted Cherry Tomatoes is an Italian dinner recipe that takes about 30 min, makes 4 servings, has about 580 calories per serving. Use the ingredients and steps below, or open it in Recipe Genius for guided Cook Mode, timers, serving changes, and a shopping list.
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View on AmazonSimple Pesto Pasta with Roasted Cherry Tomatoes ingredients
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp black pepper
- 12 ounces spaghetti or preferred pasta
- 1/2 cup store-bought basil pesto
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp fresh basil leaves, torn
How to make Simple Pesto Pasta with Roasted Cherry Tomatoes
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). On a baking sheet, gently toss the 1 pint of cherry tomatoes with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder, 1/4 teaspoon of salt, and 1/8 teaspoon of black pepper until evenly coated.
- Roast the cherry tomatoes in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until they are softened and slightly burst, releasing their juices.
- While the tomatoes roast, bring a large pot of heavily salted water to a rolling boil over high heat. Add the 12 ounces of spaghetti or your preferred pasta and cook according to package directions until al dente, typically 8-10 minutes.
- Before draining the pasta, reserve about 1/2 cup of the starchy pasta water. Drain the pasta thoroughly in a colander.
- Transfer the hot, drained pasta back into the large pot or a spacious serving bowl. Add 1/2 cup of store-bought basil pesto and 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the pasta.
- Toss vigorously to ensure the pasta is evenly coated with the pesto. The heat from the pasta will help warm the pesto and meld the flavors.
- Gently fold in the roasted cherry tomatoes and any accumulated juices from the baking sheet into the pasta. Mix carefully to avoid breaking the tomatoes too much.
- If the pasta seems a bit dry or could use more moisture, add the reserved pasta water, 1-2 tablespoons at a time, until the sauce reaches your desired consistency.
- Serve the pesto pasta immediately, garnished with 1/4 cup of grated Parmesan cheese and 2 tablespoons of fresh torn basil leaves.
Simple Pesto Pasta with Roasted Cherry Tomatoes FAQ
How do I make Simple Pesto Pasta with Roasted Cherry Tomatoes?
Make Simple Pesto Pasta with Roasted Cherry Tomatoes by gathering the ingredients below, following the step-by-step instructions, and checking that everything is cooked safely before serving.
What ingredients are in Simple Pesto Pasta with Roasted Cherry Tomatoes?
The main ingredients include cherry tomatoes, olive oil, garlic powder, salt, black pepper. The full ingredient list is included on this page.
How long does Simple Pesto Pasta with Roasted Cherry Tomatoes take?
This recipe takes about 30 min, depending on prep speed and kitchen equipment.
How many calories are in Simple Pesto Pasta with Roasted Cherry Tomatoes?
Recipe Genius estimates about 580 calories per serving. Nutrition is estimated, so use your own labels when precision matters.
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