Roasted Cherry Tomato Pasta

Roasted Cherry Tomato Pasta

Roasting enhances the flavors of any vegetable, but seems to add a wonderful, rich sweetness when done with cherry tomatoes. This recipe takes that sweetness, complements it with fresh herbs and a touch of heat from red pepper flakes, with some low-fat ricotta to smooth it all out. I topped it with some salty, nutty Pecorino cheese.

Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
50 mins
Total Time:
1 hr 5 mins
Yield:
6 servings
Servings:
6

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds red cherry tomatoes, halved
  • ½ pound tomatoes, roughly chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
  • 3 tablespoons chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • ¾ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • ¼ cup julienned fresh basil leaves
  • 2 tablespoons chopped flat-leaf parsley
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano
  • 12 ounces whole wheat linguine
  • ½ (16 ounce) container low-fat ricotta cheese
  • ½ cup finely shredded Pecorino Romano cheese

Directions

Step 1
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Step 2
Combine all tomatoes, garlic, chicken broth, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper in a large, glass baking dish; toss to coat.

Step 3
Roast in the middle of the preheated oven, stirring regularly, until tomatoes are tender, about 45 minutes.

Step 4
Remove from the oven and stir in basil, parsley, and oregano.

Step 5
When the tomatoes have been roasting for about 35 minutes, bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil.

Step 6
Cook linguine at a boil until tender yet firm to the bite, 5 to 7 minutes (cook for 2 minutes less than package directions.) Drain and return to the pot.

Step 7
Add the roasted tomatoes and herbs to the linguine and cook over medium-low heat for 2 minutes.

Step 8
Add ricotta cheese and stir until melted and smooth.

Step 9
Serve topped with Pecorino Romano cheese.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

347
Calories
10g
Fat
49g
Carbs
18g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 347
% Daily Value *
Total Fat10g 13%
Saturated Fat4g 20%
Cholesterol28mg 9%
Sodium504mg 22%
Total Carbohydrate49g 18%
Dietary Fiber10g 35%
Total Sugars3g
Protein18g
Vitamin C37mg 185%
Calcium233mg 18%
Iron1mg 7%
Potassium517mg 11%

*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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