Sweet Pea Tomato Basil Pasta

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-05 · Updated 2026-04-05

Simple tomato-basil pasta with a touch of honey and sweet peas—colorful, naturally sweet, and perfect for little ones. This Italian-inspired pasta recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs fusilli pasta, crushed tomatoes, fresh basil 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 fusilli pasta
• 1 cup crushed tomatoes
• 2 tbsp fresh basil
• 1/4 cup peas
• 1 tbsp honey
• 1/2 tbsp olive oil
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/8 tsp black pepper
• 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese

Instructions

1. Step 1: Bring a large pot of salted water (1 tbsp salt per 4 quarts) to a rolling boil. Add 12 oz fusilli pasta and cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente, then drain and set aside.
2. Step 2: Heat 1/2 tbsp olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add 1 cup crushed tomatoes and 1/4 cup frozen peas, and cook for 5 minutes until peas are tender and sauce has reduced slightly.
3. Step 3: Stir in 2 tbsp fresh basil, 1 tbsp honey, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper. Cook for 2 more minutes until fragrant and honey is fully dissolved.
4. Step 4: Add the drained fusilli to the saucepan and toss for 1-2 minutes until evenly coated. Transfer to a serving dish and sprinkle with 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese.
5. Step 5: Serve immediately while warm, with extra Parmesan on the side for dipping.