One-Pot Spaghetti with Garlic and Fresh Basil

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-09 · Updated 2026-06-09

A simple and satisfying one-pot pasta dish combining al dente spaghetti with pungent garlic and fragrant fresh basil. This Italian-inspired pasta recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 20 minutes, pairs spaghetti, olive oil, garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 410 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 spaghetti
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 4, minced garlic cloves
• 1/4 cup, chopped fresh basil leaves
• 1 cup, halved cherry tomatoes
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 cup, grated Parmesan cheese

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 3 tablespoons olive oil in a large deep skillet over medium heat. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
2. Step 2: Add 12 oz uncooked spaghetti, 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes, 4 cups vegetable broth, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper to the skillet. Stir gently to submerge the pasta.
3. Step 3: Bring to a simmer and cook uncovered over medium heat for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the spaghetti is tender and most of the broth is absorbed.
4. Step 4: Remove from heat and stir in 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil and 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese until evenly combined and creamy.
5. Step 5: Serve immediately, garnished with extra basil leaves if desired.