Spaghetti with cherry tomato & black olive sauce

Health score
36%
Spaghetti with cherry tomato & black olive sauce
15 min.
2
817kcal

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Imagine a sun-drenched Italian terrace, where the aroma of fresh basil and ripe tomatoes wafts through the air — that's the essence of our Spaghetti with Cherry Tomato & Black Olive Sauce. This dish is not just a meal; it's a celebration of simple, high-quality ingredients coming together in a symphony of flavors. Perfectly cooked spaghetti serves as the canvas for juicy halved cherry tomatoes, their sweetness balanced by the briny richness of black olives. Every bite bursts with Mediterranean flair!

The beauty of this recipe lies in its simplicity. With just a handful of ingredients and a mere 15 minutes of your time, you can whip up a delicious dish that feels gourmet. The extra-virgin olive oil adds a smooth richness, while fresh basil leaves lend an aromatic lift that transports you straight to Italy. A splash of lemon juice brightens the sauce, giving it a refreshing kick that complements the savory notes of the olives and capers.

This not only makes a perfect main course for lunch but also serves beautifully as a side dish for dinner. Whether you’re cooking for yourself or entertaining guests, this Spaghetti with Cherry Tomato & Black Olive Sauce is guaranteed to impress. Grab a glass of your favorite Italian wine, serve it with freshly shaved Parmesan, and enjoy a delightful meal that’s both satisfying and quick to prepare!

Ingredients

  • 250 pasta like spaghetti 
  • 200 cherry tomatoes halved
  • tbsp olive oil extra virgin extra-virgin
  • small bunch basil 
  • 10  olives black in brine roughly chopped (not )
  • tbsp caper drained and rinsed
  •  lemon zest 
  • servings parmesan shaved (or vegetarian alternative)

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan

Directions

  1. Cook the pasta following pack instructions in salted water until al dente. Meanwhile, put the tomatoes in a bowl with the oil, basil, olives, capers, lemon zest and juice, and a pinch of salt and mix together.
  2. Drain the pasta, then return to the pan.
  3. Add the tomato mixture and mix again to combine.
  4. Serve with the cheese sprinkled on top.

Nutrition Facts

Calories817kcal
Protein13.91%
Fat37.26%
Carbs48.83%

Properties

Glycemic Index
69.5
Glycemic Load
37.81
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
24.951304601586%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.02mg
Luteolin
0.15mg
Kaempferol
5.66mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
8.12mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:817.31kcal
40.87%
Fat:33.88g
52.12%
Saturated Fat:8.6g
53.76%
Carbohydrates:99.88g
33.29%
Net Carbohydrates:94g
34.18%
Sugar:6.33g
7.03%
Cholesterol:20.4mg
6.8%
Sodium:930.93mg
40.48%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:28.45g
56.91%
Selenium:86.51µg
123.59%
Manganese:1.31mg
65.33%
Phosphorus:476.28mg
47.63%
Calcium:415.88mg
41.59%
Vitamin C:27.57mg
33.42%
Vitamin K:34.01µg
32.4%
Vitamin E:4.63mg
30.85%
Copper:0.5mg
25.2%
Magnesium:95.08mg
23.77%
Fiber:5.88g
23.52%
Vitamin A:1020.33IU
20.41%
Zinc:2.79mg
18.59%
Iron:2.99mg
16.61%
Potassium:551.28mg
15.75%
Vitamin B6:0.3mg
15.12%
Vitamin B3:2.86mg
14.31%
Vitamin B2:0.21mg
12.32%
Vitamin B1:0.17mg
11.22%
Folate:42.3µg
10.57%
Vitamin B5:0.83mg
8.27%
Vitamin B12:0.36µg
6%