Delightful Rotini Pasta Recipe
Indulge in the comforting embrace of this delightful rotini pasta dish, featuring tender spirals coated in a garlicky cherry tomato sauce. Bursting with flavor and vibrant colors, this recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings. With fresh basil and Parmesan cheese enhancing each bite, it’s a quick yet impressive meal that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 8 oz rotini pasta
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves, torn
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil a large pot of salted water. Add the rotini pasta and cook until al dente (about 8-10 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and minced garlic. Sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Add halved cherry tomatoes to the skillet and cook until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Combine the cooked pasta with the tomato-garlic mixture in the skillet, stirring well.
- Add torn basil leaves and grated Parmesan cheese, mixing gently until combined.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (220g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Feel free to customize this recipe by adding seasonal vegetables or proteins like grilled chicken or shrimp. To store leftovers, keep them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; reheat on the stove with a splash of water.