Description
Pesto Pasta with Roasted Tomatoes is a delightful dish that combines the vibrant flavors of fresh basil, sweet roasted tomatoes, and creamy pesto. Perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings with friends, this recipe is not only easy to prepare but also visually stunning and irresistibly delicious. Experience the joy of summer on your plate as you savor each bite of this comforting culinary classic.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti or penne
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 1/4 cup pine nuts (toasted)
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Toss cherry tomatoes with olive oil, salt, and pepper on the baking sheet. Roast for 15-20 minutes until they burst.
- Meanwhile, boil salted water in a large pot. Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente (about 8-10 minutes).
- In a food processor, blend basil, pine nuts, garlic, Parmesan cheese, and olive oil until smooth.
- Drain pasta, reserving some pasta water. In a large bowl, combine pasta with the pesto and roasted tomatoes. Add reserved water for desired consistency.
- Serve topped with extra Parmesan and fresh basil leaves.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 15mg