Lemon-Dill Pasta with Roasted Cherry Tomatoes and Peas

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A bright, summery pasta dish featuring tender spaghetti tossed with roasted tomatoes, fresh peas, and a zesty lemon-dill sauce. This italian-inspired pasta ready in about 35 minutes pairs spaghetti, pint cherry tomatoes, frozen peas for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 452 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: 20 min Serves 4 Italian cuisine 452 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. Toss cherry tomatoes with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper on a baking sheet; roast for 15 minutes until blistered.
  2. Step 2: Cook spaghetti in a large pot of boiling salted water for 8 minutes until al dente; reserve 1 cup pasta water, then drain.
  3. Step 3: While pasta cooks, mince garlic and finely chop dill. Squeeze 1/4 cup lemon juice from the lemon and strain to remove pulp.
  4. Step 4: Heat remaining 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant, then add roasted tomatoes, peas, and reserved pasta water. Simmer for 3 minutes until peas are tender.
  5. Step 5: Add drained spaghetti to skillet, tossing to coat. Stir in lemon juice, dill, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper. Cook for 2 minutes until sauce clings to pasta.
  6. Step 6: Remove from heat, stir in grated Parmesan, and serve immediately with extra dill for garnish.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Lemon-Dill Pasta with Roasted Cherry Tomatoes and Peas 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 Lemon-Dill Pasta with Roasted Cherry Tomatoes and Peas?

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 spaghetti from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Lemon-Dill Pasta with Roasted Cherry Tomatoes and Peas?

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 Lemon-Dill Pasta with Roasted Cherry Tomatoes and Peas 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 Lemon-Dill Pasta with Roasted Cherry Tomatoes and Peas?

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.

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