Tomato And Herb Rigatoni

This vibrant Tomato and Herb Rigatoni is a quick, satisfying meal that captures the essence of summer in a bowl. The dish relies on simple, high-quality ingredients: juicy peeled tomatoes, fragrant fresh basil, and a hint of mint for a unique twist. The garlic and crushed red pepper provide a gentle warmth, while the lemon juice adds a necessary brightness to cut through the richness of the pasta. Perfect for a light weeknight dinner or a healthy lunch, this recipe comes together in under 45 minutes. The rigatoni holds the chunky tomato sauce beautifully, ensuring every bite is flavorful. It is an excellent choice for those looking for a vegan, gluten-free option (if using GF pasta) that feels both comforting and fresh.

Cuisine: Italian

Courses: Main Courses

Difficulty: Intermediate

Servings: 4

Calories: 313.6

Dietary: Vegan, Vegetarian

Description

This vibrant Tomato and Herb Rigatoni is a quick, satisfying meal that captures the essence of summer in a bowl. The dish relies on simple, high-quality ingredients: juicy peeled tomatoes, fragrant fresh basil, and a hint of mint for a unique twist. The garlic and crushed red pepper provide a gentle warmth, while the lemon juice adds a necessary brightness to cut through the richness of the pasta. Perfect for a light weeknight dinner or a healthy lunch, this recipe comes together in under 45 minutes. The rigatoni holds the chunky tomato sauce beautifully, ensuring every bite is flavorful. It is an excellent choice for those looking for a vegan, gluten-free option (if using GF pasta) that feels both comforting and fresh.

Ingredients

2 cup Tomatoes
(peeled, seeded & chopped)
1/4 cup Fresh basil, chopped
2 tablespoon Basil
1 1/2 teaspoon Minced garlic
1 1/2 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
1 1/2 teaspoon Olive oil
1/2 teaspoon Fresh mint, chopped
1/2 teaspoon Pepper
1/4 teaspoon Crushed red pepper
1/8 teaspoon Salt
8 ounce Pasta -- (rigatoni, cooked)
Fresh basil sprigs (opt.)

Directions

1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
2
Add the rigatoni and cook until al dente according to package directions.
3
Drain the pasta, reserving 1 cup of the starchy pasta water.
4
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
5
Add the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
6
Add the chopped tomatoes, crushed red pepper, salt, and black pepper to the skillet.
7
Simmer the tomato mixture for 5-7 minutes until the tomatoes soften and release their juices.
8
Add the cooked rigatoni to the skillet with the tomato sauce.
9
Toss the pasta thoroughly, adding reserved pasta water a little at a time to create a silky sauce that coats the noodles.
10
Remove from heat and stir in the fresh basil, mint, and lemon juice.
11
Serve immediately, garnished with fresh basil sprigs if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 313.6kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 4.6g8%
Saturated Fat 0.7g4%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 619.2mg26%
Total Carbohydrate 57.0g19%
Dietary Fiber 5.8g24%
Sugars 4.4g
Protein 12.4g25%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: tomato, herb, rigatoni, pasta, italian, vegan, basil, garlic, lemon, mint, quick, easy, dinner, healthy, light, fresh, summer, weeknight

Read it online: https://www.chefs-mate.com/recipe/tomato-and-herb-rigatoni-5-pts/