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Ina Garten’s Summer Garden Pasta

Ina Garten's Summer Garden Pasta Bursting with Fresh Flavor

Ina Garten’s Summer Garden Pasta is a delightful vegetarian dish that embraces fresh, seasonal produce with marinated tomatoes, garlic, and basil.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 4 minutes
Marinating Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 14 minutes
Servings: 4 plates
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinated Tomatoes
  • 2 cups Cherry Tomatoes halved
  • 3 tablespoons Olive Oil extra virgin preferred
  • 2 cloves Garlic freshly minced
  • 1 cup Fresh Basil chopped
  • 1 teaspoon Salt kosher recommended
  • 1 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes omit for milder
For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Angel Hair Pasta

Equipment

  • medium bowl
  • large pot
  • Colander

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, combine halved cherry tomatoes, olive oil, garlic, basil, salt, and red pepper flakes. Stir well and cover. Allow to marinate at room temperature for at least 4 hours.
  2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add angel hair pasta and cook according to package instructions, usually about 3-4 minutes. Drain the pasta.
  3. Return the drained pasta to the pot while hot. Pour the marinated tomatoes and their juices over the pasta, tossing gently to combine. Adjust the consistency with reserved pasta water as needed.
  4. Serve immediately, distributing among plates and finishing with a sprinkle of freshly grated Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 10gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 8mg

Notes

For best results, use ripe tomatoes and reserve pasta water for adjusting sauce consistency. This dish is best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.

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