Easy Olive Oil, Tomato, and Basil Pasta

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This is a great pasta that can be eaten at room temperature or as a cold salad. Instant, sophisticated meal or side dish! And colorful, too. Any type of twisty or unusually shaped pasta works well.

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Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
25 mins
Servings:
8
Yield:
8 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 (16 ounce) package farfalle pasta

  • 2 roma (plum) tomatoes, seeded and diced

  • ½ cup olive oil

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • ½ cup fresh basil leaves, cut into thin strips

  • salt and pepper to taste

Directions

  1. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.

  2. In a large bowl, gently toss the cooked pasta, tomatoes, olive oil, garlic, and basil. Season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

345 Calories
15g Fat
44g Carbs
8g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 345
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 15g 19%
Saturated Fat 2g 11%
Sodium 3mg 0%
Total Carbohydrate 44g 16%
Dietary Fiber 3g 10%
Total Sugars 1g
Protein 8g 17%
Vitamin C 3mg 3%
Calcium 18mg 1%
Iron 2mg 11%
Potassium 109mg 2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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