Roasted Cherry Tomato Garlic Parmesan Spaghetti
A light yet flavorful pasta dish featuring oven-roasted cherry tomatoes, garlic, and olive oil, tossed with al dente spaghetti, Parmesan, and fresh herbs. Simple, fresh, and perfect for any night of the week.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Roasting & Tossing
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz spaghetti
- 2 pints cherry tomatoes (mixed colors)
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp crushed red pepper (optional)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley or basil
- Optional: lemon zest, toasted breadcrumbs for topping
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large baking dish, combine cherry tomatoes, garlic, olive oil, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Roast for 25–30 minutes until tomatoes blister and burst.
- Meanwhile, cook spaghetti in salted water until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain.
- Toss spaghetti into the roasted tomato mixture, mixing well. Add reserved pasta water as needed to create a silky sauce.
- Top with Parmesan, fresh herbs, and optional lemon zest or toasted breadcrumbs.
- Serve hot with extra cheese and herbs on the side.
Notes
- Use multi-colored cherry tomatoes for a vibrant presentation.
- Add grilled chicken or shrimp for extra protein.
- For a vegan version, omit Parmesan or use plant-based cheese.
- Toasted breadcrumbs add extra crunch and texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 10mg