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Pesto Pasta with Cherry Tomatoes

Cooking Time: 15 mins

Calories: 350

Ingredients: 7

This Pesto Pasta with Cherry Tomatoes is a quick and flavorful dish that’s ready in just 15 minutes. It combines al dente penne pasta with a fragrant basil pesto sauce, sweet cherry tomatoes, and toasted pine nuts, all topped with grated Parmesan cheese. Simple, fresh, and satisfying, it’s the perfect meal for any occasion!

Recipe Ingredients

  • 400g penne pasta
  • 1/2 cup basil pesto (store-bought or homemade)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated (plus extra for serving)
  • 2 tablespoons pine nuts
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Olive oil, for sautéing (optional)

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. 1 Step
    Cook the Penne: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
  2. 2 Step
    Add the penne pasta and cook according to the package instructions, usually about 9-11 minutes, until al dente.
  3. 3 Step
    Drain the pasta, reserving 1/2 cup of pasta water for later.
  4. 4 Step
    Toast the Pine Nuts: In a dry skillet over medium heat, lightly toast the pine nuts for 2-3 minutes until golden and fragrant.
  5. 5 Step
    Be sure to keep an eye on them to prevent burning. Set aside.
  6. 6 Step
    Prepare the Pesto Sauce: In the same pan, add a small drizzle of olive oil (if desired) and sauté the halved cherry tomatoes for 1-2 minutes, just until they begin to soften.
  7. 7 Step
    Reduce the heat to low and add the basil pesto, stirring to combine. Add a little reserved pasta water if the sauce needs thinning out.
  8. 8 Step
    Combine the Pasta and Sauce: Add the drained pasta to the skillet with the pesto and tomatoes. Toss everything together, making sure the pasta is evenly coated with the pesto sauce.
  9. 9 Step
    Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  10. 10 Step
    Serve: Plate the pesto pasta and top with toasted pine nuts and grated Parmesan cheese.
  11. 11 Step
    Optionally, drizzle a little more olive oil on top and add extra Parmesan for extra flavor.
  12. 12 Step
    Enjoy your Pesto Pasta with Cherry Tomatoes!