Making this cherry tomato pasta recipe is like giving yourself a gift. It’s incredibly simple, so you don’t need a lot of time or energy to do it, and the flavor is just so good. Sweet, tangy, fresh…this cherry tomato pasta is what summer cooking is all about.
Cherry Tomato Pasta Recipe Ingredients
Like any good summer recipe, this cherry tomato pasta starts with peak-season produce. Here, that means lots and lots of cherry tomatoes. Use as many varieties as you can get your hands on. Any color or shape will work – the more, the merrier! You’ll cook down half into a light, garlicky sauce. Then, you’ll add the rest in the final few minutes of cooking. That way, they’ll still be plump and bursty when you eat.
Here’s what else you’ll need to make this recipe:
Pasta, of course! I love using bucatini here. The chewy, al dente noodles contrast perfectly with the juicy cherry tomatoes. Extra-virgin olive oil – For richness. Garlic – It infuses the pasta with nutty depth of flavor. Capers and balsamic vinegar – They give the pasta a tangy, briny kick. Lemon zest – It adds a nice brightness. Red pepper flakes – For heat. Fresh basil – Because tomatoes + basil are a match made in heaven! Its spicy, aromatic flavor is essential here. Pecorino cheese – It gives the pasta a rich, savory finish. If you’re vegan or dairy-free, feel free to skip it, or sprinkle your pasta with my vegan Parmesan cheese instead. Both options are delicious! And salt and pepper – To make all the flavors pop.
Find the complete recipe with measurements below.
Cherry Tomato Pasta Serving Suggestions
This cherry tomato pasta recipe is the perfect easy, elegant summer dinner. Serve it with crusty bread for mopping up the pasta sauce and a simple salad. Any of these recipes would be a great pick:
Simple Green Salad Green Bean Salad Zucchini Salad Italian Chopped Salad Caesar Salad Or any of these 37 Best Salad Recipes!
Round out the meal with peach crisp or cobbler for dessert. Enjoy!
More Summer Pasta Recipes
If you love this recipe, try another summer pasta dish next:
Linguine with Lemon & Tomatoes Creamy Pasta Pomodoro Roasted Vegetable Pasta Best Vegetarian Lasagna Easy Pesto Pasta Pesto Pasta Salad Easy Pasta Salad Or any of these 25 Easy Pasta Recipes!
