Spaghetti with Smoky Tomatoes and Onions

Health score
45%
Spaghetti with Smoky Tomatoes and Onions
30 min.
4
682kcal

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If you're looking for a vibrant and flavorful dish that celebrates the simplicity of fresh ingredients, look no further than Spaghetti with Smoky Tomatoes and Onions. This delightful recipe comes together in just 30 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or when entertaining friends. The star of the show, juicy plum tomatoes, are grilled to perfection alongside sweet red onions, infusing them with a delicious smoky flavor that sings of summer.

Paired with al dente spaghetti, the rich and aromatic garlic oil adds depth and warmth, while freshly chopped basil elevates the dish with its aromatic freshness. A generous sprinkle of grated parmesan brings a creamy, salty finish, perfectly balancing the dish's flavors. With just a few ingredients, this spaghetti becomes an impressive meal that is hearty enough to serve as a main course or as a delightful side dish to complement your favorite protein.

Whether you’re an experienced chef or just starting in the kitchen, this recipe offers a simple yet sophisticated way to enjoy a classic Italian favorite. It's not just about feeding the body; it’s about savoring the moment. So fire up that grill and prepare for a culinary experience that will transport your taste buds straight to the Mediterranean!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup basil coarsely chopped
  • 1.5 tablespoons garlic minced
  • 0.3 cup olive oil extra-virgin divided
  • 0.3 cup parmesan grated
  • servings accompaniment: parmesan grated
  • pounds plum tomatoes halved lengthwise
  • large onion red cut into 1-inch wedges (keep stem end intact)
  • 0.8 pound pasta like spaghetti 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • pot
  • grill
  • aluminum foil
  • grill pan

Directions

  1. Prepare grill for direct-heat cooking over hot charcoal (high heat for gas), leaving about one third of grill free of coals (or, for a gas grill, shutting off one or two burners); see Grilling Procedure.
  2. Put garlic and 1/4 cup oil in foil pan and put on grill over area with no coals.
  3. Rub remaining oil all over tomatoes and onion and season with salt and pepper, then grill over coals, turning occasionally, until well browned, 4 to 5 minutes. Coarsely chop tomatoes and add to garlic oil with onion.
  4. Cook spaghetti in a pasta pot of well-salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve 1/4 cup cooking water, then drain pasta. Toss with reserved water, parmesan, basil, contents of foil pan, and salt and pepper to taste.
  5. •Tomatoes and onion can be cooked in a lightly oiled hot grill pan over medium-high heat until grill marks appear.•Tomatoes and onion can be grilled 1 day ahead and chilled.

Nutrition Facts

Calories682kcal
Protein15.97%
Fat38.99%
Carbs45.04%

Properties

Glycemic Index
65.25
Glycemic Load
29.05
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
27.042608561723%

Flavonoids

Naringenin
1.54mg
Apigenin
0.02mg
Luteolin
0.03mg
Isorhamnetin
1.38mg
Kaempferol
0.39mg
Myricetin
0.35mg
Quercetin
6.95mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:681.9kcal
34.1%
Fat:29.7g
45.69%
Saturated Fat:9.09g
56.81%
Carbohydrates:77.2g
25.73%
Net Carbohydrates:71.18g
25.88%
Sugar:9.75g
10.83%
Cholesterol:26.07mg
8.69%
Sodium:632.63mg
27.51%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:27.38g
54.76%
Selenium:62.95µg
89.93%
Manganese:1.17mg
58.31%
Calcium:511.65mg
51.17%
Phosphorus:495.45mg
49.55%
Vitamin A:2347.67IU
46.95%
Vitamin C:34.58mg
41.92%
Vitamin K:42.1µg
40.1%
Vitamin E:4.03mg
26.84%
Fiber:6.02g
24.09%
Potassium:823.64mg
23.53%
Magnesium:92.31mg
23.08%
Copper:0.42mg
21.16%
Vitamin B6:0.41mg
20.6%
Zinc:2.74mg
18.3%
Vitamin B3:2.98mg
14.88%
Folate:59.37µg
14.84%
Vitamin B2:0.23mg
13.79%
Vitamin B1:0.2mg
13.01%
Iron:2.34mg
12.98%
Vitamin B5:0.8mg
8%
Vitamin B12:0.46µg
7.67%
Vitamin D:0.19µg
1.28%
Source:Epicurious