Fresh tomato pasta

Very Healthy
Health score
59%
Fresh tomato pasta
30 min.
4
741kcal

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If you're craving a fresh, vibrant pasta dish that's both light and satisfying, this Fresh Tomato Pasta is the perfect choice. With a delightful balance of sweet, blistered cherry tomatoes, zesty spring onions, and a hint of heat from red chilli, this recipe is packed with flavor. The combination of the golden caster sugar and lemon juice adds a tangy sweetness that beautifully complements the richness of the olive oil and grated parmesan. Whether you're looking for a side dish to accompany your main meal or a quick and delicious lunch, this pasta is sure to hit the spot.

What makes this recipe even better is its simplicity. In just 30 minutes, you can whip up a dish that's not only incredibly tasty but also healthy. With a balanced mix of protein, carbs, and fats, it's a nourishing meal that doesn't sacrifice flavor. The cherry tomatoes bring a burst of freshness, while the caramelized spring onions provide a sweet and savory undertone, making each bite an enjoyable experience.

Perfect for any day of the week, this dish serves four people and is an ideal meal for those who want something wholesome and satisfying without too much fuss. Plus, the addition of grated parmesan on top brings a lovely finishing touch. Whether you're cooking for yourself or entertaining friends, this Fresh Tomato Pasta is sure to impress.

Ingredients

  • 500 penne pasta 
  • tbsp olive oil 
  • large to 5 chilies red deseeded finely chopped
  • 16  spring onion cut into long strips
  • 300 cherry tomatoes 
  • pinch brown sugar 
  •  juice of lemon 
  • servings parmesan grated

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan

Directions

  1. Cook the penne according to the pack instructions. While the pasta is cooking, heat the oil very gently and add the chilli, if using, and the spring onions. Slowly cook the spring onion until wilted, then add the cherry tomatoes and sprinkle with the sugar. Turn up the heat and cook until the tomatoes are blistered.
  2. Drain the pasta and tip into a large bowl. Toss with everything from the tomato pan and the lemon juice.
  3. Serve in pasta bowls with grated parmesan.

Nutrition Facts

Calories741kcal
Protein15.58%
Fat29.01%
Carbs55.41%

Properties

Glycemic Index
36.5
Glycemic Load
38.88
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
29.453912859378%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.37mg
Hesperetin
1.09mg
Naringenin
0.1mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.02mg
Kaempferol
0.66mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
5.68mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:741.07kcal
37.05%
Fat:23.88g
36.73%
Saturated Fat:7.24g
45.22%
Carbohydrates:102.59g
34.2%
Net Carbohydrates:96.62g
35.14%
Sugar:7.59g
8.43%
Cholesterol:20.4mg
6.8%
Sodium:505.47mg
21.98%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:28.85g
57.71%
Selenium:86.48µg
123.54%
Vitamin K:112.1µg
106.76%
Manganese:1.33mg
66.49%
Vitamin C:45.19mg
54.78%
Phosphorus:488.66mg
48.87%
Calcium:426.63mg
42.66%
Magnesium:98.86mg
24.71%
Copper:0.48mg
24.14%
Fiber:5.96g
23.86%
Vitamin A:1187.16IU
23.74%
Vitamin E:2.99mg
19.95%
Zinc:2.91mg
19.42%
Potassium:646.75mg
18.48%
Iron:3.29mg
18.3%
Vitamin B6:0.35mg
17.69%
Folate:69.16µg
17.29%
Vitamin B3:3mg
15.02%
Vitamin B2:0.24mg
14.14%
Vitamin B1:0.19mg
12.5%
Vitamin B5:0.84mg
8.4%
Vitamin B12:0.36µg
6%