EASY OLIVE OIL, TOMATO, AND BASIL PASTA

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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.

Provided by CookinGirl

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

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

Steps:

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

Nutrition Facts : Calories 345.1 calories, Carbohydrate 44.1 g, Fat 14.9 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 8.4 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 2.7 mg, Sugar 1.2 g

Hamaad Ali
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I've made this pasta dish several times and it's always a winner. It's a great way to use up leftover tomatoes and basil.


bozel bozel
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This pasta dish is so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family. I love that I can use fresh or canned tomatoes, depending on what I have on hand.


safdar taqi
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This pasta is a great way to use up leftover tomatoes. It's also a great dish to make for a potluck or party.


Insane FF
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I'm not a huge fan of tomatoes, but this pasta dish was surprisingly delicious. The flavors were perfectly balanced.


Rector Emma
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This pasta is so versatile. I've made it with different types of pasta, tomatoes, and even added some vegetables.


Jagadish Shil
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I love the simplicity of this pasta dish. It's a great way to showcase fresh, seasonal ingredients.


Janessa Hall
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This pasta is perfect for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


farah taleb
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I added some grilled chicken to this pasta and it was delicious! It's a great way to get a complete meal in one dish.


Sf Ff
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This pasta is so flavorful and easy to make. I love that it's a one-pot dish, which makes cleanup a breeze.


Jerome Horne
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I've made this pasta dish several times and it's always a winner. It's a great way to use up leftover tomatoes and basil.


Sohan Karky
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This is my new go-to pasta recipe. It's so easy to make and always turns out great. I love that I can use fresh or canned tomatoes, depending on what I have on hand.


Ousaid Dweik
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I made this pasta for a potluck and it was a big success! Everyone loved the simple yet delicious flavors. I especially liked the addition of the fresh basil.


Symo Maina
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This pasta dish was a hit with my family! The flavors of the olive oil, tomatoes, and basil blended perfectly, and the pasta was cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.