Angel Hair Pasta
Angel hair pasta is a delightful dish that offers a perfect balance of lightness and flavor. In just under 30 minutes, you can whip up a plate of this elegantly simple meal that’s ideal for cozy family dinners or romantic evenings. Each strand of pasta captures the essence of fresh ingredients, enveloped in a luscious sauce, promising to impress your guests and create unforgettable memories.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz angel hair pasta
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- ¼ cup fresh basil leaves, torn
Instructions
- Boil salted water in a large pot. Add angel hair pasta and cook according to package instructions (about 3-5 minutes) until al dente.
- In a separate pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté garlic and cherry tomatoes for about 3-4 minutes until fragrant and soft.
- Drain the pasta (reserve some cooking water) and add it to the pan with garlic and tomatoes. Toss gently, adding reserved water if needed.
- Remove from heat and mix in Parmesan cheese and basil leaves until well combined.
- Serve immediately with extra cheese and basil as garnish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 15mg