Description
A quick and flavorful pasta dish perfect for busy nights, featuring fresh ingredients and versatile options.
Ingredients
Scale
- 200 grams of pasta (your choice)
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil
- 3 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon of dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup of cherry tomatoes, halved
- ¼ cup of fresh basil, chopped
- Grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set it aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for a minute until fragrant.
- Stir in the cherry tomatoes and cook for about 5 minutes, or until they start to soften.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, followed by oregano, salt, and pepper. Toss everything together until well mixed.
- Remove from heat and add in the fresh basil. If desired, sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese.
Notes
For extra flavor, consider adding vegetables like spinach or bell peppers. You can also include protein, such as grilled chicken or shrimp, to make it more filling.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: easy pasta, quick dinner, vegetarian pasta, weeknight meals, healthy recipes