Easy Olive Oil, Tomato, and Basil Pasta

Easy Olive Oil, Tomato, and Basil Pasta

This is a great pasta that can be eaten at room temperature or as a cold salad. Instant, sophisticated meal or side dish! And colorful, too. Any type of twisty or unusually shaped pasta works well.

Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
25 mins
Yield:
8 servings
Servings:
8

Ingredients

  • 1 (16 ounce) package farfalle pasta
  • 2 roma (plum) tomatoes, seeded and diced
  • ½ cup olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ cup fresh basil leaves, cut into thin strips
  • salt and pepper to taste

Directions

Step 1
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.

Step 2
In a large bowl, gently toss the cooked pasta, tomatoes, olive oil, garlic, and basil. Season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

345
Calories
15g
Fat
44g
Carbs
8g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 345
% Daily Value *
Total Fat15g 19%
Saturated Fat2g 11%
Sodium3mg 0%
Total Carbohydrate44g 16%
Dietary Fiber3g 10%
Total Sugars1g
Protein8g
Vitamin C3mg 14%
Calcium18mg 1%
Iron2mg 11%
Potassium109mg 2%

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

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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