Easy Pesto Pasta: 20-Minute Bliss with Juicy Cherry Tomatoes
Experience the delightful flavor of Easy Pesto Pasta with Cherry Tomatoes, ready in just 20 minutes!
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Boiling and Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 8 ounces pasta of choice
- 1 cup fresh basil pesto
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to package instructions.
- While the pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add the cherry tomatoes and sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened.
- Drain the pasta and add it to the skillet with the cooked tomatoes.
- Stir in the basil pesto and mix well to combine.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, sprinkled with grated Parmesan cheese.
Notes
- For added richness, consider mixing in some cream.
- This recipe is a great way to use up leftover pesto.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 500 milligrams
- Fat: 18 grams
- Saturated Fat: 3 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 40 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 12 grams
- Cholesterol: 10 milligrams
Keywords: Easy 20-Minute Pesto Pasta with Cherry Tomatoes