Summer Spaghetti with Fresh Tomato Sauce Recipe
This Summer Spaghetti with Fresh Tomato Sauce is a light, vibrant pasta dish made with ripe tomatoes, garlic, olive oil, and fresh basil. It’s a simple, healthy, and quick summer recipe that captures the essence of the season. Great for vegetarians and ready in under 30 minutes, this meal is a must-try during tomato season!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: no cook
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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12 oz (340g) spaghetti
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1 ½ lbs ripe tomatoes, chopped
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
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½ tsp salt
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¼ tsp black pepper
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¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
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½ cup fresh basil leaves, torn
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Grated Parmesan or vegan cheese (optional)
Instructions
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Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook spaghetti until al dente, then drain.
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While pasta cooks, combine chopped tomatoes, garlic, olive oil, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes in a large bowl.
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Let the tomato mixture sit for 10–15 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
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Add hot drained spaghetti to the tomato mixture and toss well.
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Stir in fresh basil.
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Serve warm or at room temperature with optional Parmesan or vegan cheese on top.
Notes
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Use the ripest tomatoes available for best flavor.
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For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free pasta.
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Add grilled vegetables or chickpeas for extra protein.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 280 mg