Johnson's Spanish-Style Tomato Pasta with White Beans
A hearty pasta dish with sun-ripened tomatoes, cannellini beans, and smoky paprika, perfect for a weeknight meal. This italian-inspired pasta ready in about 35 minutes pairs pasta, halved cherry tomatoes, (15 oz), drained cannellini beans for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 400 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.
Ingredients
- 12 oz pasta
- 1.5 lbs, halved cherry tomatoes
- 1 can (15 oz), drained cannellini beans
- 4 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1/4 cup, chopped fresh basil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add 12 oz pasta and cook 8-10 minutes until al dente, then drain and reserve 1/2 cup pasta water.
- Step 2: Heat 4 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp paprika, and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes, sautéing 1 minute until fragrant.
- Step 3: Add 1.5 lbs halved cherry tomatoes and 1 can drained cannellini beans, stirring to combine. Cook 5-7 minutes until tomatoes break down, adding 2-3 tbsp reserved pasta water if sauce thickens too quickly.
- Step 4: Stir in 1/4 cup chopped basil, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Add drained pasta and toss until coated. Adjust consistency with reserved pasta water as needed. Serve immediately.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Johnson's Spanish-Style Tomato Pasta with White Beans take to make?
Total time is about 35 minutes (15 min prep + 20 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Johnson's Spanish-Style Tomato Pasta with White Beans?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep pasta from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Johnson's Spanish-Style Tomato Pasta with White Beans?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Johnson's Spanish-Style Tomato Pasta with White Beans for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Johnson's Spanish-Style Tomato Pasta with White Beans?
Italian pasta like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Great base recipe! I added a pinch of smoked paprika and it was even better.
- ★★★☆☆
Okay for a quick meal. I've had better pasta dishes though.
- ★★★☆☆
Okay for a quick meal. I've had better pasta dishes though.
