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Fresh Tomato Pasta (My Favourite Summer Pasta)

Super easy and quick pasta to make. Endless variations, use any kind of pasta, any kind of tomatoes, and any kind of herbs! No matter the combo, it always turns out so delicious. The no-cook sauce couldn't be simpler to make. Just chop, mix, and toss with hot pasta. That's it!
Be sure to see the recipe notes for optional add-ins.
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Author: Sam Turnbull

Ingredients

  • 3 cups any kind chopped tomatoes (1 lb) (beefsteak, cherry, rainbow, yellow, or a mix)
  • 3 - 4 tablespoons any kind chopped fresh herbs (basil, oregano, thyme, rosemary, chives, whatever you like)
  • 1 - 2 cloves garlic, minced or pressed
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 14 oz any kind pasta (rigatoni, penne, spaghetti, fettucini, whatever you like, gluten-free if preferred)

Instructions

  • To a large bowl, add the tomatoes, herbs, garlic, salt and pepper. Gently toss to combine. Let rest for 10 to 20 minutes at room temperature which will allow the flavours to marinate.
  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil and cook the pasta according to the package direction. When ready, drain and then return the pasta to the empty pot. Add all of the fresh tomato mixture and toss to combine. Serve hot.

Notes

OPTIONAL ADD-INS
Olive oil: Mix in 1 - 3 tablespoons of olive oil along with the tomatoes.
Red onion: Thinly slice ¼ of a red onion and mix in with the tomatoes.
Balsamic vinegar or balsamic glaze: Drizzle a little balsamic vinegar or balsamic glaze over the pasta just before serving.
Crushed Red Pepper Flakes: Add ½ teaspoon along with the tomatoes.
Vegan Cheese: Sprinkle the prepared and plated pasta with Parmegan (vegan parmesan), grated vegan mozzarella, or a couple of dollops of tofu ricotta.

Nutrition

Calories: 394kcal | Carbohydrates: 80g | Protein: 14g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 307mg | Potassium: 534mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 1521IU | Vitamin C: 25mg | Calcium: 46mg | Iron: 2mg

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