Olive Garden Capellini Pomodoro

Transport your taste buds to Italy with this Olive Garden-inspired Capellini Pomodoro recipe, a light and flavorful dish that's perfect for weeknight dinners or elegant entertaining. Featuring tender angel hair pasta tossed in a fresh, aromatic tomato-basil sauce, this recipe combines simplicity with sophistication. Freshly diced tomatoes, fragrant garlic, and a touch of high-quality olive oil come together to create a sauce that’s vibrant and naturally sweet, while chopped fresh basil infuses it with herbaceous depth. Ready in just 25 minutes, this quick and easy pasta dish is ideal for busy cooks seeking authentic Italian flavors. Garnish with a sprinkle of grated Parmesan for a rich, cheesy touch, and serve this masterpiece piping hot for a satisfying, crowd-pleasing meal. Keywords: Capellini Pomodoro, Olive Garden copycat recipe, angel hair pasta, fresh tomato basil sauce, easy Italian dinner.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 8 ounces Capellini (angel hair pasta)
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 4 cloves Garlic, minced
• 4 cups Fresh tomatoes, diced
• 1 cup Fresh basil leaves, chopped
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated (optional for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the capellini pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 4-5 minutes. Drain and set aside.

Step 2

In a large skillet or saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to let it burn.

Step 4

Add the diced tomatoes to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they break down slightly and create a light sauce.

Step 5

Stir in the chopped fresh basil, salt, and ground black pepper. Cook for another 1-2 minutes to combine the flavors.

Step 6

Add the cooked capellini to the skillet with the tomato mixture. Toss gently to combine and ensure the pasta is coated evenly with the sauce.

Step 7

Serve immediately, garnishing with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1110 grams (1110.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1229

Total Fat 64.10g	82%
Saturated Fat 26.40g	132%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 71mg	24%
Sodium 4205mg	183%
Total Carbohydrate 101.00g	37%
Dietary Fiber 14.40g	51%
Total Sugars 14.30g
Protein 66.50g	133%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1637mg	126%
Iron 14mg	78%
Potassium 1844mg	39%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 46.3%

Protein: 21.3%

Carbs: 32.4%