Angel Hair Pasta
Indulge in the delicate flavors of angel hair pasta, perfectly coated in a light olive oil sauce and topped with fresh basil and juicy cherry tomatoes. This quick and easy dish is ideal for busy weeknights or an elegant dinner party. With its beautiful presentation and customizable ingredients, you can impress your family and friends without spending hours in the kitchen. Join me as we create a comforting yet sophisticated meal that will delight your taste buds!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz angel hair pasta
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup fresh basil, roughly chopped
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the angel hair pasta in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente (about 2-3 minutes). Reserve some pasta water, then drain.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté minced garlic until fragrant (1-2 minutes).
- Add halved cherry tomatoes to the skillet and season with salt and pepper. Cook until softened (3-5 minutes).
- Toss the cooked pasta into the skillet with reserved pasta water as needed to combine.
- Stir in chopped basil and grated Parmesan cheese before serving hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 5mg