Ten Minute Pasta

Need dinner in a flash? This Ten Minute Pasta recipe is your answer to a quick, satisfying, and utterly delicious meal! With tender spaghetti or penne coated in a light, garlicky olive oil sauce, bursting with sweet cherry tomatoes, a hint of heat from red chili flakes, and the fresh, aromatic addition of chopped basil, this dish delivers gourmet flavor with minimal effort. Topped with grated Parmesan cheese for a creamy finish, it’s perfect for busy weeknights when time is of the essence. Ready in just 10 minutes, this easy pasta recipe is a lifesaver for home cooks who crave simplicity without sacrificing taste. Pair it with a crisp side salad or a slice of garlic bread for a complete, restaurant-quality dinner.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:2 mins

Cook Time:8 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 250 grams pasta (spaghetti or penne)
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 200 grams cherry tomatoes, halved
• 0.5 teaspoons red chili flakes
• 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
• 50 grams parmesan cheese, grated
• 1 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 2 liters water

Directions

Step 1

Bring 2 liters of water to a boil in a large pot. Add 1 teaspoon of salt to the boiling water.

Step 2

Add the pasta and cook for 7-8 minutes, or until al dente, following package instructions. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 3

While the pasta cooks, heat 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic and red chili flakes to the skillet and sauté for 30 seconds, or until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the halved cherry tomatoes to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes soften slightly.

Step 6

Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta cooking water, then drain the cooked pasta.

Step 7

Toss the drained pasta into the skillet with the tomato mixture. Add the reserved pasta water a little at a time, stirring to coat the pasta and create a light sauce.

Step 8

Stir in the chopped basil, grated parmesan cheese, and season with black pepper. Adjust salt, if needed.

Step 9

Serve immediately, garnished with additional basil and parmesan, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2580.2 grams (2580.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	887

Total Fat 45.80g	59%
Saturated Fat 14.40g	72%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 50mg	17%
Sodium 3285mg	143%
Total Carbohydrate 88.70g	32%
Dietary Fiber 7.70g	28%
Total Sugars 7.10g
Protein 37.00g	74%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 747mg	57%
Iron 4mg	23%
Potassium 651mg	14%

*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: 45.0%

Protein: 16.2%

Carbs: 38.8%