Ina Garten’s Summer Garden Pasta with Fresh Cherry Tomatoes
If you’re craving a taste of summer, look no further than Ina Garten’s Summer Garden Pasta with Fresh Cherry Tomatoes. This delightful dish is a celebration of vibrant, seasonal ingredients that come together to create a fresh and flavorful meal. With juicy cherry tomatoes bursting with sweetness, fragrant basil, and a light olive oil sauce, this pasta is perfect for everything from quick weeknight dinners to casual gatherings with friends. Its simplicity makes it approachable for cooks of all skill levels, while the bright flavors make it a standout on any table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves about 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 pints cherry tomatoes, halved
- ½ cup good olive oil
- 2 tablespoons minced garlic
- 18 large basil leaves, julienned (plus extra for serving)
- ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 pound dried angel hair pasta
- 1½ cups freshly grated Parmesan cheese (plus extra for serving)
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, combine the halved cherry tomatoes, olive oil, minced garlic, crushed red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Cook for about 10 minutes until the tomatoes soften.
- Meanwhile, bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Add the angel hair pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
- Add the drained pasta directly into the skillet with the tomato mixture and toss gently to combine. If needed, add reserved pasta water to reach desired sauce consistency.
- Stir in fresh basil just before serving and top with extra Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 10mg