This light and refreshing pasta dish captures the essence of summer with ripe tomatoes, fresh basil, and a drizzle of high-quality olive oil. It is a simple yet elegant meal that comes together in minutes, making it perfect for hot evenings when you don’t want to heat up the kitchen with heavy sauces. The combination of warm oil poured over raw tomatoes creates a bright, fragrant dressing that clings beautifully to delicate pasta like capellini. Ideal for weeknight dinners, this recipe celebrates fresh ingredients and minimal effort, delivering a satisfying and flavorful experience for the whole family.
Summer Pasta
Description
This light and refreshing pasta dish captures the essence of summer with ripe tomatoes, fresh basil, and a drizzle of high-quality olive oil. It is a simple yet elegant meal that comes together in minutes, making it perfect for hot evenings when you don't want to heat up the kitchen with heavy sauces. The combination of warm oil poured over raw tomatoes creates a bright, fragrant dressing that clings beautifully to delicate pasta like capellini. Ideal for weeknight dinners, this recipe celebrates fresh ingredients and minimal effort, delivering a satisfying and flavorful experience for the whole family.Ingredients
Directions
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Coarsely chop the dead-ripe tomato and place it in a mixing bowl.
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Mince the sprig of basil and the clove of garlic, then add them to the bowl with the tomato.
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Add 3/4 teaspoon of salt to the tomato mixture and stir gently until the tomatoes begin to release their juices.
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Heat the olive oil in a small pan over medium heat until it is just hot enough to smoke slightly.
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Pour the hot oil over the tomato mixture and stir to blend.
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Cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente, then drain.
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Serve the warm tomato sauce over the room-temperature pasta, with shredded parmesan on the side if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 1
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 137.2kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 15.1g24%
- Saturated Fat 2.1g11%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 1.3mg1%
- Total Carbohydrate 1.0g1%
- Dietary Fiber 0.3g2%
- Sugars 0.7g
- Protein 0.2g1%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
For best results, use extra virgin olive oil and tomatoes that are at their peak ripeness for the most intense flavor.
You can peel the tomatoes if you prefer a smoother texture, but leaving the skin on adds rustic charm and nutrients.
Capellini or angel hair pasta works best as it is delicate and pairs well with the light sauce, but you can use any pasta shape you prefer.
This dish is naturally vegan if you omit the optional parmesan cheese.
