Tomato Garlic Pasta Quick Easy: A Delightfully Simple Meal
A quick and easy recipe for a delightful tomato garlic pasta that can be prepared in no time.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces spaghetti
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Salt to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Stir in the diced tomatoes and red pepper flakes; cook for 5-7 minutes.
- Season with salt to taste.
- Drain the spaghetti and toss it in the skillet with the tomato mixture.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil.
Notes
- For a creamier texture, add a splash of heavy cream.
- This dish pairs well with grated parmesan cheese.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg