Authentic Sun-Ripened Tomato Basil Pasta

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-08 · Updated 2026-04-08

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A vibrant pasta dish made with garden-fresh tomatoes and basil, embodying the true essence of Italian home cooking without any artificial additives or processed ingredients. This Italian-inspired pasta recipe, ready in about 40 minutes, pairs pasta, ripe tomatoes, fresh basil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 580 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 25 min Serves 4 Italian cuisine 580 cal/serving

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Ingredients

12 oz spaghetti pasta
4 medium, peeled and diced ripe tomatoes
1/2 cup packed fresh basil
3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
3 cloves, minced garlic
1 tsp sea salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

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Instructions

Step 1: Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil, adding 1 tsp sea salt. Add 12 oz spaghetti and cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente, then drain and reserve 1/2 cup pasta water.
Step 2: Heat 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
Step 3: Add 4 diced ripe tomatoes and 1/2 cup packed fresh basil to the skillet, stirring until tomatoes release juices and simmer for 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
Step 4: Add drained spaghetti to the skillet with 1/2 cup reserved pasta water, tossing vigorously for 2 minutes until sauce coats every strand. Season with 1 tsp sea salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
Step 5: Remove from heat and stir in 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy, adjusting consistency with extra pasta water if needed.