One-Pot Roasted Tomato Basil Pasta

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A simple, flavorful pasta dish with roasted cherry tomatoes, fresh basil, and garlic, all cooked in one pot for minimal cleanup. This italian-inspired one pot (gluten-free option, vegetarian) ready in about 40 minutes pairs spaghetti, cherry tomatoes, chopped fresh basil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 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: 10 min Cook: 30 min Serves 4 Italian cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Place 2 cups cherry tomatoes on a baking sheet and drizzle with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes, and a pinch of salt. Roast for 20 minutes until blistered.
  2. Step 2: In a large pot, bring 4 quarts of water to a boil. Add 12 oz spaghetti and 1 tsp salt, and cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water before draining.
  3. Step 3: While the pasta cooks, heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Step 4: Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet, along with the roasted tomatoes, 1/2 cup chopped fresh basil, and 1/2 cup reserved pasta water. Toss until the sauce coats the pasta, about 2 minutes.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does One-Pot Roasted Tomato Basil Pasta take to make?

Total time is about 40 minutes (10 min prep + 30 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 One-Pot Roasted Tomato Basil Pasta?

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 One-Pot Roasted Tomato Basil Pasta?

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 One-Pot Roasted Tomato Basil Pasta 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.

Is One-Pot Roasted Tomato Basil Pasta gluten-free option?

Yes — this recipe is tagged gluten-free option, vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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