Roasted Cherry Tomatoes with Angel Hair

Roasted Cherry Tomatoes with Angel Hair
  • PREP TIME
    20 mins
  • COOK TIME
    39 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    59 mins
  • SERVING
    2 People
  • VIEWS
    797

Imagine sun-ripened cherry tomatoes, bursting with sweetness, transformed into a luscious sauce that perfectly coats delicate angel hair pasta. A quick and vibrant dish celebrating fresh, simple flavors.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    40 g
  • Cholesterol
    4 mg
  • Fiber
    5 g
  • Protein
    11 g
  • Saturated Fat
    2 g
  • Sodium
    283 mg
  • Sugar
    1 g
  • Fat
    11 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). (5 minutes)

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Recipe View In a bowl, gently toss the halved cherry tomatoes with olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Spread the mixture in a single layer on a shallow baking sheet. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View Roast in the preheated oven until the tomatoes are softened, slightly wrinkled, and have released their juices. (25-30 minutes)

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Recipe View While the tomatoes are roasting, bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add the angel hair pasta and cook according to package directions, usually 4-5 minutes, until al dente. Reserve about 1/2 cup of the pasta water before draining. (8 minutes)

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Recipe View Once the tomatoes are roasted, transfer them and their juices to a small saucepan. Add the chiffonade of basil and red pepper flakes (if using). Stir in a little of the reserved pasta water to create a sauce with your desired consistency. (2 minutes)

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Recipe View Gently toss the cooked angel hair pasta with the tomato sauce in the saucepan. Cook over low heat for a minute or two to allow the pasta to absorb the flavors. (2 minutes)

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Recipe View Serve immediately, garnished with extra fresh basil and freshly grated Parmesan cheese.

For a deeper flavor, consider adding a splash of balsamic vinegar to the tomatoes before roasting.
If you don't have fresh basil, a teaspoon of dried basil can be used, but fresh is highly recommended.
Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes to your preference for heat.
The reserved pasta water is key to creating a silky sauce, so don't skip this step!
Feel free to add other vegetables like zucchini or bell peppers to the roasting pan for a more substantial dish.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.7/ 5 ( 265 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (9)
  • Noah Greenholt

    So simple to make yet so tasty!

  • Selina Frami

    I've never roasted cherry tomatoes before but this was amazing!

  • Ursula Walsh

    This is a great way to use up fresh cherry tomatoes from the garden.

  • Charlotte Gerlach

    I added a little bit of balsamic vinegar at the end, and it was amazing!

  • Laurie Hauck

    My kids loved this! They're usually picky eaters, but they devoured it.

  • Brook Hegmann

    I didn't have angel hair pasta, so I used spaghetti instead, and it worked just as well.

  • Cristobal Vandervort

    I skipped the red pepper flakes for my kids and it was still great!

  • Kyle Lockman

    This recipe is so easy and delicious! I've made it several times now, and it's always a hit.

  • Ricardo Kilback

    The roasted tomatoes are so flavorful. I'll definitely be making this again.

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