One-Pot Tomato Basil Linguine with White Beans
A simple, creamy pasta dish featuring tender linguine, cannellini beans, and fresh basil in a rich tomato sauce. This italian-inspired pasta ready in about 30 minutes pairs linguine, (15 oz, drained) cannellini beans, (fire-roasted) diced tomatoes for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 510 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 linguine
- 1 can (15 oz, drained) cannellini beans
- 14 oz (fire-roasted) diced tomatoes
- 4 cloves (minced) garlic
- 1/4 cup (chopped) fresh basil
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup reserved pasta water
Instructions
- Step 1: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook 12 oz linguine for 8 minutes until al dente, reserving 1/2 cup pasta water before draining.
- Step 2: Heat 3 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes, sautéing for 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
- Step 3: Stir in 14 oz diced tomatoes, 1 can drained cannellini beans, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 cup fresh basil. Simmer for 5 minutes, then add drained linguine and 1/2 cup reserved pasta water. Toss until sauce coats pasta and thickens, about 2 minutes.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does One-Pot Tomato Basil Linguine with White Beans take to make?
Total time is about 30 minutes (10 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 One-Pot Tomato Basil Linguine 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 linguine from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in One-Pot Tomato Basil Linguine 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 One-Pot Tomato Basil Linguine 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 One-Pot Tomato Basil Linguine 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
- ★★★★★
Perfect for weeknights!
- ★★★★★
This was a hit with my family! The tomato basil sauce was perfect and the white beans made it hearty.
- ★★★★☆
The dish was good but a bit bland. I added extra garlic next time.
