Description

This Marinated Tomato Pasta with Fresh Summer Cherry Tomatoes is a delightful and refreshing dish that captures the essence of summer. Perfectly cooked capellini pasta is tossed with vibrant cherry tomatoes, aromatic garlic, and fresh basil in a zesty lemon dressing. Ideal for a light lunch or dinner.

Ingredients

Scale

8.8 ounces capellini pasta

32 ounces cherry tomatoes or late summer tomatoes of choice

quartered or chopped into small bite-sized pieces

1 medium shallot

very finely sliced

2 cloves garlic

very finely chopped or grated

½ cup packed fresh basil leaves & tender stems

very finely sliced (roughly 1.25 ounces)

up to 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

as desired

1 large lemon

juiced (2–3 tablespoons juice)

¾ cup extra virgin olive oil

½ cup shaved parmesan

kosher salt & ground black pepper

to season

Instructions

Cook the capellini pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
In a large bowl, combine the chopped cherry tomatoes, shallot, garlic, basil, crushed red pepper flakes, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine.
Add the cooked pasta to the tomato mixture and toss gently until the pasta is evenly coated.
Let the pasta marinate for at least 20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Before serving, sprinkle with shaved parmesan and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

For a heartier version, consider adding grilled chicken or shrimp. This dish is best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in the refrigerator for up to two days.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Boiling / Marinating
Cuisine: Italian-Inspired

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 520 kcal
Sugar: 7 g
Sodium: 320 mg
Fat: 31 g
Saturated Fat: 6 g
Unsaturated Fat: 23 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 48 g
Fiber: 4 g
Protein: 11 g
Cholesterol: 10 mg

Keywords: Marinated Tomato Pasta with Fresh Summer Cherry Tomatoes, pasta, summer recipes, cherry tomatoes, fresh basil, capellini pasta