Pesto Pasta Cherry Tomatoes (Print Version)

Pasta blended with basil pesto, fresh cherry tomatoes, and Parmesan creates a vibrant, satisfying dish.

# What You'll Need:

→ Main Ingredients

01 - 8 ounces dry pasta
02 - 1/2 cup basil pesto
03 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

→ To Serve

04 - Freshly grated Parmesan cheese, for topping

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain thoroughly.
02 - Place hot pasta in a large mixing bowl. Add basil pesto and gently toss to coat evenly. Fold in the halved cherry tomatoes.
03 - Divide the pasta among plates and garnish generously with freshly grated Parmesan cheese.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Ready in just 15 minutes so you can enjoy more time at the table
  • Uses only four main ingredients which keeps shopping simple
  • Works perfectly with pantry and garden staples so no big trip needed
  • Rich savory pesto coats every strand for maximum flavor
02 -
  • High in antioxidants from the fresh basil and tomatoes
  • Naturally vegetarian with a burst of Mediterranean flavor
  • So quick there is no excuse for takeout when you can have this in your bowl just as fast
03 -
  • Tossing the pasta with pesto off heat prevents the basil from browning or losing aroma
  • Salting your pasta water more than you think makes a huge difference in flavor
  • A splash of reserved pasta water is the secret to a creamy pesto sauce without any cream

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