Fresh Tomato and Basil Pasta

August 24, 2025
Fresh Tomato and Basil Pasta - Olive Branch Oil & Spice

This is one of my favorite things to make when it is peak basil and tomato season! Warm pasta is tossed with fresh tomatoes, basil and parmesan to make a flavorful, creamy, delicious bowl of pasta.

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the spaghetti to al dente. 
  2. White the pasta cooks, add the tomatoes, basil, balsamic vinegar, olive oil, salt and red pepper flakes to a large bowl and toss to combine. 
  3. When the pasta is cooked, add about 1/4 cup of pasta water to the tomatoes. Add the warm spaghetti, butter and parmesan and toss to combine.

Takes 15 minutes

Serves 4

 

 

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