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A bowl of Lemon Pasta with roasted tomatoes and fresh basil garnished with lemon zest.

Lemon Pasta with Basil and Roasted Tomatoes


  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

A bright and flavorful pasta dish combining zesty lemon, caramelized roasted tomatoes, and fresh basil, finished with Parmesan for a light yet satisfying meal.


Ingredients

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  • 12 oz spaghetti or linguine
  • 2 cups cherry or grape tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup fresh basil leaves, roughly chopped
  • 3 tbsp lemon juice, freshly squeezed
  • 1 tsp lemon zest
  • 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • salt to taste
  • freshly ground pepper to taste

  • Instructions

    1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

    2. Place halved tomatoes on a baking sheet, drizzle with 1 tbsp olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and roast for 20–25 minutes until caramelized.

    3. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta until al dente according to package instructions, reserve 1 cup pasta water, then drain.

    4. In a large skillet, heat remaining 2 tbsp olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.

    5. Pour lemon juice and 1/4 cup reserved pasta water into the skillet, stir to combine.

    6. Add drained pasta to the skillet and toss to coat with the lemon-garlic sauce.

    7. Fold in roasted tomatoes and chopped basil, adding more reserved pasta water as needed to achieve a silky sauce.

    8. Remove from heat and sprinkle with lemon zest and Parmesan cheese. Toss gently to combine.

    9. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper, then serve immediately.

    • Prep Time: 15 minutes
    • Cook Time: 30 minutes
    • Category: main course
    • Method: roasting and sautéing
    • Cuisine: italian

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size: 1 serving
    • Calories: 350
    • Sugar: 6
    • Sodium: 300
    • Fat: 12
    • Saturated Fat: 3
    • Unsaturated Fat: 8
    • Trans Fat: 0
    • Carbohydrates: 50
    • Fiber: 3
    • Protein: 10
    • Cholesterol: 10

    Keywords: lemon pasta, roasted tomatoes, basil pasta, lemon basil pasta, tomato basil pasta, summer pasta, one-pot pasta