Quick-Roasted Cherry Tomato Sauce with Spaghetti

Vegetarian
Health score
16%
Quick-Roasted Cherry Tomato Sauce with Spaghetti
32 min.
4
329kcal

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If you're in search of a speedy yet flavorful dish that captures the essence of fresh ingredients, look no further than this Quick-Roasted Cherry Tomato Sauce with Spaghetti. This delightful vegetarian meal is not only quick to prepare, taking just 32 minutes from start to finish, but it also bursts with vibrant flavors that will transport your taste buds to a sun-soaked Italian terrace.

Imagine the sweet juiciness of roasted cherry tomatoes mingling harmoniously with aromatic herbs like fresh basil and parsley, creating a sauce that’s both light and satisfying. The addition of crumbled goat cheese adds a creamy richness that perfectly complements the tang of red wine vinegar and a hint of crushed red pepper for a surprisingly delightful kick. This dish is not just a feast for the palate; it’s also a feast for the eyes, showcasing a beautiful medley of colors that’s sure to impress your dinner guests or even just yourself!

With only a handful of ingredients, including the star of the show—cherry tomatoes—this recipe is perfect for those busy weeknights when you want to whip up something delicious without spending hours in the kitchen. Plus, at just 329 calories per serving, you can indulge without guilt. So gather your favorite pasta, grab those fresh herbs, and let's dive into an exhilarating culinary adventure that celebrates the charm of simple, homemade cooking.

Ingredients

  • 2.5 tablespoons torn basil leaves fresh chopped
  • 2.7 cups cherry tomatoes 
  • 0.1 teaspoon pepper red crushed
  • 2.5 tablespoons flat-leaf parsley fresh chopped
  • ounces semisoft goat cheese crumbled
  • 0.4 teaspoon kosher salt 
  • teaspoons kosher salt 
  • tablespoons olive oil extra-virgin divided
  • teaspoons red wine vinegar 
  • ounces pasta like spaghetti uncooked
  • quarts water 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • dutch oven
  • colander

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 45
  2. Bring 4 quarts water to a boil in a large Dutch oven.
  3. Add 1 tablespoon salt and spaghetti to boiling water; cook 10 minutes or until spaghetti is al dente.
  4. Drain spaghetti in a colander over a bowl, reserving 1/3 cup cooking water. Return spaghetti to pan; set aside, and keep warm.
  5. While spaghetti cooks, combine tomatoes, 1 tablespoon olive oil, vinegar, 3/8 teaspoon salt, and pepper on a jelly-roll pan, tossing well to coat.
  6. Bake tomato mixture at 450 for 10 minutes or until tomatoes are soft and lightly charred in places.
  7. Add tomatoes and any tomato juice to spaghetti in Dutch oven.
  8. Add 3 tablespoons reserved cooking water to jelly-roll pan, scraping pan to loosen browned bits; carefully pour water mixture and remaining 1 tablespoon oil into spaghetti mixture.
  9. Place Dutch oven over medium heat.
  10. Add remaining reserved cooking water, 1 tablespoon at a time, until spaghetti mixture is moist, tossing frequently. Stir in basil and parsley.
  11. Sprinkle with cheese.
  12. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Calories329kcal
Protein13.46%
Fat30.02%
Carbs56.52%

Properties

Glycemic Index
36
Glycemic Load
17.05
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
15.052173948806%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
5.39mg
Luteolin
0.05mg
Kaempferol
0.05mg
Myricetin
0.38mg
Quercetin
0.7mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:329.37kcal
16.47%
Fat:10.99g
16.91%
Saturated Fat:3.21g
20.06%
Carbohydrates:46.55g
15.52%
Net Carbohydrates:43.92g
15.97%
Sugar:4.14g
4.6%
Cholesterol:6.52mg
2.17%
Sodium:1497.38mg
65.1%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:11.09g
22.17%
Selenium:36.75µg
52.5%
Vitamin K:53.56µg
51.01%
Manganese:0.66mg
33.13%
Vitamin C:26.21mg
31.77%
Copper:0.5mg
25.2%
Vitamin A:927.23IU
18.54%
Phosphorus:173.8mg
17.38%
Magnesium:53mg
13.25%
Vitamin E:1.7mg
11.36%
Iron:1.95mg
10.83%
Fiber:2.63g
10.54%
Potassium:366.76mg
10.48%
Vitamin B6:0.2mg
10%
Zinc:1.21mg
8.05%
Vitamin B3:1.6mg
8.02%
Calcium:78.01mg
7.8%
Folate:29.49µg
7.37%
Vitamin B2:0.11mg
6.69%
Vitamin B1:0.1mg
6.63%
Vitamin B5:0.48mg
4.82%
Source:My Recipes