Garlic-Herb Pasta

Health score
35%
Garlic-Herb Pasta
28 min.
4
447kcal

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If you're looking for a quick, delicious, and flavorful dish, this Garlic-Herb Pasta is a perfect choice! Ready in just 28 minutes, it combines the bright freshness of basil and parsley with the rich, savory goodness of garlic and Parmesan cheese. The juicy, slightly sweet plum tomatoes add a burst of flavor that brings everything together beautifully. It's a versatile recipe that works as a side dish, main course, or even for lunch when you need something satisfying yet light. The balance of herbs, olive oil, and freshly grated cheese creates a perfect harmony of flavors that will leave you wanting more. With simple ingredients and an easy preparation process, this dish is not only quick but also comforting and nourishing. Whether you're cooking for yourself or a small group, it's a meal that feels special without the fuss. So grab a bowl, cook up this delightful pasta, and enjoy a taste of summer in every bite!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons basil fresh thinly sliced chopped
  • tablespoons parsley fresh minced
  •  garlic cloves minced
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  • servings parmesan cheese freshly grated
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper freshly ground
  • pounds plum tomatoes cut into eighths
  • teaspoon salt 
  • ounces pasta like spaghetti uncooked thin

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan

Directions

  1. Cook pasta according to package directions; drain.
  2. Place pasta in a serving bowl, and keep warm.
  3. Saut garlic in hot oil in a large skillet over medium heat 1 minute. Stir in tomatoes and next 4 ingredients. Cook, stirring occasionally, 5 minutes or until thoroughly heated and tomatoes release juices.
  4. Pour over pasta; toss to combine.
  5. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts

Calories447kcal
Protein16.54%
Fat33.44%
Carbs50.02%

Properties

Glycemic Index
61
Glycemic Load
19.74
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
23.640869886979%

Flavonoids

Naringenin
1.54mg
Apigenin
6.47mg
Luteolin
0.04mg
Kaempferol
0.26mg
Myricetin
0.8mg
Quercetin
1.39mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:446.68kcal
22.33%
Fat:16.77g
25.79%
Saturated Fat:5.85g
36.54%
Carbohydrates:56.43g
18.81%
Net Carbohydrates:51.66g
18.79%
Sugar:7.57g
8.41%
Cholesterol:26.1mg
8.7%
Sodium:1123.65mg
48.85%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:18.66g
37.31%
Vitamin K:78.39µg
74.66%
Selenium:46.88µg
66.97%
Vitamin A:2481.58IU
49.63%
Manganese:0.91mg
45.31%
Vitamin C:36.5mg
44.24%
Phosphorus:360.31mg
36.03%
Calcium:314.35mg
31.44%
Potassium:757.08mg
21.63%
Fiber:4.77g
19.08%
Magnesium:69.12mg
17.28%
Zinc:2.57mg
17.16%
Vitamin B6:0.34mg
16.91%
Copper:0.33mg
16.66%
Vitamin E:2.49mg
16.58%
Folate:51.74µg
12.93%
Vitamin B3:2.41mg
12.07%
Vitamin B2:0.19mg
11.12%
Vitamin B1:0.15mg
10.25%
Iron:1.84mg
10.21%
Vitamin B12:0.41µg
6.75%
Vitamin B5:0.58mg
5.83%
Source:My Recipes