Pasta with Fresh No-Cook Tomato Sauce

Health score
27%
Pasta with Fresh No-Cook Tomato Sauce
45 min.
6
398kcal

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Imagine a sun-drenched summer day, where the vibrant colors of fresh tomatoes beckon you to the kitchen. This Pasta with Fresh No-Cook Tomato Sauce is the perfect dish to celebrate the season's bounty, bringing together the simplicity of fresh ingredients and the joy of effortless cooking. With just a handful of pantry staples and a few ripe tomatoes, you can create a delightful meal that bursts with flavor and freshness.

This recipe is not only quick to prepare, taking just 45 minutes from start to finish, but it also serves as a versatile option for any occasion. Whether you're looking for a light lunch, a satisfying main course, or a delightful side dish for your next gathering, this pasta dish fits the bill. The combination of juicy cherry tomatoes, aromatic garlic, and fragrant herbs creates a sauce that requires no cooking, allowing the natural flavors to shine through.

As you toss the al dente pasta with the vibrant tomato mixture, the warmth of the pasta melds beautifully with the fresh ingredients, creating a harmonious blend of textures and tastes. Topped with a generous sprinkle of freshly grated Parmesan cheese and a drizzle of olive oil, this dish is sure to impress your family and friends. So, grab your ingredients and get ready to indulge in a deliciously fresh pasta experience that captures the essence of summer in every bite!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper black freshly ground
  • medium garlic clove minced
  • teaspoon kosher salt as needed plus more
  • 0.3 cup olive oil 
  • tablespoon oregano finely chopped
  • ounce parmesan cheese freshly grated plus more for serving
  • tablespoons flat parsley italian finely chopped
  • pound .5 oz. macaroni dried such as penne, gemelli, or fusilli
  • pound grape tomatoes halved quartered

Equipment

  • bowl
  • pot

Directions

  1. Combine the tomatoes, oil, garlic, parsley, oregano, measured salt, and pepper in a large, nonreactive bowl and stir to combine.
  2. Let sit at room temperature to allow the flavors to meld, at least 30 minutes and up to 1 hour.Bring a large pot of heavily salted water to a boil, add the pasta, and cook according to the package directions or until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of the cooking water, then drain.Immediately add the hot pasta to the bowl with the tomatoes.
  3. Add the reserved pasta water, goat cheese, and measured Parmesan, and toss until evenly combined.
  4. Serve immediately or at room temperature, passing more Parmesan on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Calories398kcal
Protein12.18%
Fat26.41%
Carbs61.41%

Properties

Glycemic Index
22.83
Glycemic Load
0.91
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
14.732608677252%

Flavonoids

Naringenin
0.51mg
Apigenin
2.88mg
Luteolin
0.03mg
Kaempferol
0.09mg
Myricetin
0.31mg
Quercetin
0.46mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:398.13kcal
19.91%
Fat:11.67g
17.96%
Saturated Fat:2.22g
13.89%
Carbohydrates:61.07g
20.36%
Net Carbohydrates:57.28g
20.83%
Sugar:4.07g
4.52%
Cholesterol:4.11mg
1.37%
Sodium:479.92mg
20.87%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:12.12g
24.23%
Selenium:49.62µg
70.89%
Manganese:0.87mg
43.31%
Vitamin K:38.88µg
37.03%
Phosphorus:194.78mg
19.48%
Vitamin A:798.1IU
15.96%
Fiber:3.79g
15.15%
Vitamin C:12.46mg
15.1%
Copper:0.28mg
13.89%
Magnesium:53.5mg
13.37%
Vitamin E:1.98mg
13.17%
Potassium:380.73mg
10.88%
Vitamin B6:0.19mg
9.72%
Zinc:1.45mg
9.67%
Iron:1.68mg
9.36%
Vitamin B3:1.8mg
9.01%
Calcium:83.23mg
8.32%
Folate:29.29µg
7.32%
Vitamin B1:0.1mg
6.81%
Vitamin B2:0.08mg
4.89%
Vitamin B5:0.43mg
4.3%
Vitamin B12:0.06µg
1.06%
Source:Chow