Description
Pesto pasta with roasted cherry tomatoes is a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines the sweetness of caramelized tomatoes with the freshness of basil pesto. Perfect for any occasion, this easy-to-make recipe will impress your guests and satisfy your cravings. Enjoy it warm for a cozy dinner or cold as a refreshing summer salad. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a culinary experience that brings friends and family together around the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (spaghetti or penne)
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1/2 cup basil pesto (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Spread cherry tomatoes on the baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, and season with salt and pepper. Roast for about 20 minutes until they burst.
- Meanwhile, boil salted water in a large pot. Cook your pasta according to package instructions until al dente, then drain, reserving 1/2 cup of pasta water.
- In a large bowl, combine hot pasta, roasted tomatoes, and pesto. Toss well, adding reserved pasta water as needed for desired consistency.
- Serve topped with freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 310mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 10mg