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    Quick Cherry Tomato Pasta

    Published: Nov 29, 2021 · Modified: Nov 1, 2022 by Anna 5 Comments · This post may contain affiliate links.

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    This Cherry Tomato Pasta is made with sweet cherry tomatoes that cook into a delicious sauce in just minutes. It is a great option for meatless Mondays or vegetarian meals, especially when you need something quick!

    Pasta with tomatoes in a skillet.
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    • Why You'll Love This Recipe
    • Ingredients:
    • How to make quick cherry tomato pasta?
    • What else can I add to this dish?
    • Recipe FAQs:
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    • Quick Cherry Tomato Pasta

    Why You'll Love This Recipe

    Whether you have an excessive amount of cherry tomatoes or you have a bunch that needs to be used up, this quick and easy pasta dish helps turn them into a delicious dinner in minutes!

    If you have more time, roast the tomatoes with garlic and onion, then blend them in a blender to make the sauce. Add heavy cream to make a creamy version. This recipe can be a base and adjusted to preferences as needed.

    Ingredients:

    Ingredients for cherry tomato pasta on a marble board.
    • pasta: I used Gemelli but any pasta works, bite-size, fettuccine, or spaghetti;
    • cherry tomatoes: they are sweet and flavorful but garden tomatoes chopped into chunks work too;
    • garlic and onion: to build the flavor of the dish;
    • Italian seasoning: dried herbs mix or fresh herbs;
    • Parmesan cheese: helps make the sauce and adds flavor.

    How to make quick cherry tomato pasta?

    • Start by sauteing the onion in a pan. Add garlic and cook for about 2 minutes.
    • Add tomatoes and cook covered until they soften and burst.
    Onion and tomatoes in a pan.
    • Cook pasta in a pot of boiling water. Drain.
    • Smash tomatoes in the pan to make the sauce. Add Italian seasoning and salt and pepper to taste.
    Tomato sauce in a pan.
    • Add cooked pasta and shredded Parmesan cheese to the pan. Stir everything together.
    • Serve garnished with more cheese and chopped parsley.
    Pasta added to sauce.

    What else can I add to this dish?

    Use the recipe as a base and have fun adding more ingredients, like:

    • spinach,
    • olives,
    • ricotta cheese,
    • chicken or shrimp.

    Recipe FAQs:

    How to store and reheat leftovers?

    Any leftovers should be stored in a container with a lid, in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat pasta in a microwave or a pan with a splash of water.

    Can I make this pasta creamy?

    Absolutely! Add heavy cream or mix whole milk with cornstarch and add to the sauce before adding pasta.

    Pasta in a bowl with fork and spoon.

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    If you like this recipe and make it, let me know in the comments below! Don't forget to rate it if you enjoyed it!

    Pasta with tomatoes in a skillet.

    Quick Cherry Tomato Pasta

    Author: Anna
    This Cherry Tomato Pasta is made with sweet cherry tomatoes that cook into a delicious sauce in just minutes. It is a great option for meatless Mondays or vegetarian meals, especially when you need something quick!
    5 from 4 votes
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Cook Time 15 mins
    Total Time 25 mins
    Course Main Dish
    Cuisine American
    Servings 4 servings
    Calories 174 kcal

    Ingredients
     
     

    • 8 oz pasta
    • 9 oz cherry tomatoes
    • 1 tablespoon olive oil
    • 3 garlic cloves
    • ½ medium yellow onion
    • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
    • ¾ teaspoon Italian seasoning
    • salt and pepper to taste

    Instructions
     

    • Bring a medium pot of water to a boil. Add ½ teaspoon of salt and add pasta. Cook until al dente, drain (but reserve ½ cup of pasta water) and set aside.
    • In a skillet, heat up oil over medium heat.
    • Add onion and saute until almost translucent. Add garlic and stir in. Saute for 2 to 3 minutes or until golden and fragrant.
    • Add cherry tomatoes. Cover the pan and cook for 3 to 4 minutes. Check if the tomatoes are soft and bursting. You many need to gently press on them to release the juice.
    • Once all tomatoes burst, stir everything together.
    • Add seasoning and stir in.
    • Add cooked pasta and toss everything together.
    • Add Parmesan to pasta and stir in. Add ¼ cup of pasta water and stir in. Add more water if needed.
    • Serve with more cheese and a garnish of chopped parsley.

    Notes

    • I used Gemelli but any pasta works, bite-size, fettuccine or spaghetti.
    • Cherry tomatoes are sweet and flavorful but garden tomatoes chopped into chunks work too.
    • Any leftovers should be stored in a container with a lid, in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat pasta in a microwave or a pan with a splash of water.
    • Please note, that the nutrition value can vary depending on what product you use. The information below is an estimate. Always use a calorie counter you are familiar with.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 174kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 22mg | Sodium: 687mg | Potassium: 392mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 781IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 305mg | Iron: 1mg
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    1. Tim Klima says

      December 01, 2021 at 8:48 am

      5 stars
      Very good!!! My wife loved it. I added white mushrooms that were getting old. I also added a small can of sauce. We like a lot of sauce and I didn't have 9 oz of Cherry tomatoes. Next time I make it with Shrimp. We appreciate all of your hard work.

      Reply
      • Anna says

        December 01, 2021 at 12:53 pm

        Thank you so much for making my recipe, Tim! I love that you adjusted it to your preferences!

        Reply
    2. Jessica Bailey says

      November 30, 2021 at 4:36 pm

      5 stars
      I love pasta and this did not disappoint! Thanks for sharing!

      Reply
    3. Stephanie says

      November 30, 2021 at 3:49 pm

      5 stars
      So easy and delicious! I used bowtie pasta, because I had it on hand. I was hoping for leftovers but that didn't happen.

      Reply
    4. Samantha says

      November 30, 2021 at 3:43 pm

      5 stars
      It's always amazing to me how simple ingredients can be combined into something so delicious, but this recipe hit the mark! Easy to make, too. It's a keeper...thank you. 🙂

      Reply

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