Description
Pesto pasta with roasted cherry tomatoes is a vibrant and flavorful dish that brings the taste of summer to your table. This easy recipe combines al dente pasta, sweet roasted cherry tomatoes, and rich basil pesto, creating a delightful harmony of textures and flavors. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings, it’s a comforting meal that everyone will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1 cup basil pesto (store-bought or homemade)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Toss halved cherry tomatoes in olive oil, salt, and pepper; roast for 20-25 minutes until blistered.
- Cook penne according to package instructions until al dente; reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta with pesto, adding reserved pasta water for desired creaminess.
- Gently fold in roasted cherry tomatoes.
- Serve topped with grated Parmesan cheese and a drizzle of olive oil.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 20mg