Imagine a plate of pasta that's not just a meal, but a culinary experience that dances between vibrant freshness and comforting warmth. This Tomato Snow Pea Pasta is your ticket to an effortless yet gourmet dinner that will make your taste buds sing and your family ask for seconds. With just 25 minutes between you and a restaurant-quality dish, this recipe proves that extraordinary flavors can emerge from simple, fresh ingredients.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: Italian
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 8 oz pasta
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup snow peas
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Fill a large pot with water and add a generous pinch of salt. Bring to a rolling boil over high heat.
- Add pasta to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions until al dente, typically 8-10 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
- While pasta is cooking, prepare your vegetables. Halve the cherry tomatoes and trim the ends of the snow peas, cutting them into bite-sized pieces if desired.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30-45 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn.
- Add snow peas to the skillet and sauté for 2-3 minutes until they are bright green and slightly tender but still crisp.
- When pasta is cooked, reserve 1/4 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta in a colander.
- Add drained pasta to the skillet with snow peas. Toss in halved cherry tomatoes and fresh chopped basil.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. If the pasta seems dry, add a little reserved pasta water to create a light sauce.
- Serve immediately, garnishing with additional fresh basil if desired. Enjoy your pasta hot and fresh.
Tips
- • Always salt your pasta water generously - it should taste like the sea to properly season your pasta from within. • Don't overcook your snow peas; they should remain bright green and have a delightful crisp texture. • Reserve some pasta water before draining - its starchy goodness helps create a silky, light sauce that clings perfectly to your pasta. • Use the freshest basil you can find - it makes a world of difference in the final flavor profile. • For an extra flavor boost, consider adding a light sprinkle of parmesan cheese or red pepper flakes when serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 320kcal
Carbohydrates: 45g
Protein: 10g
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Cholesterol: 0mg
