One-Pot Tomato and Basil Pasta with Garlic

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-11 · Updated 2026-05-11

A quick and flavorful one-pot pasta dish combining fresh tomatoes, garlic, and basil for a comforting meal. This Italian-inspired pasta recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 25 minutes, pairs spaghetti, cherry tomatoes, garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 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
• 2 cups, halved cherry tomatoes
• 4, minced garlic cloves
• 1/4 cup, chopped fresh basil leaves
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 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: In a large pot, heat 3 tbsp olive oil over medium heat. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
2. Step 2: Add 2 cups halved cherry tomatoes and cook for 3 minutes until they start to soften and release juices.
3. Step 3: Pour in 4 cups vegetable broth, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper, then add 12 oz spaghetti all at once, pressing down to submerge.
4. Step 4: Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low and simmer uncovered for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally until pasta is al dente and liquid mostly absorbed.
5. Step 5: Remove from heat, stir in 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil and 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese until melted and evenly distributed. Serve immediately.