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One Pot Cherry Tomato Basil Pasta

A delightful dish that combines the sweetness of cherry tomatoes, aromatic garlic, and fresh basil, perfect for a quick meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian, Vegan
Calories: 380
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 tbsp olive oil A golden elixir that adds richness and depth.
  • 5 cloves garlic (minced) The aromatic base for flavor.
  • 4 cups cherry tomatoes Juicy morsels of natural sweetness.
  • 1 tbsp harissa paste (or Calabrian chili paste) For a touch of bold spice.
  • ½ lbs spaghetti Use gluten-free if necessary.
  • 3½ cups boiling water Essential for cooking the spaghetti.
  • ⅓ cup nutritional yeast A cheesy, nutty vegan option.
  • 1 handful fresh basil (large) Bright, fragrant leaves for garnish.

Method
 

Cooking
  1. Heat a sauté pan over medium heat and add the olive oil.
  2. Add the minced garlic and cherry tomatoes; sauté for about 3 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Stir in the harissa paste, coating the tomatoes and garlic evenly.
  4. Pour in the spaghetti and carefully add boiling water over the pasta.
  5. Cook, stirring frequently, until the spaghetti is tender and water reduces, creating a light sauce.
  6. Turn off the heat and mix in the nutritional yeast and fresh basil.
  7. Serve immediately, optionally sprinkling with vegan parmesan.

Notes

For extra creaminess, add a splash of plant-based milk at the end. Adjust spice levels with harissa as desired. For a heartier dish, consider adding sautéed vegetables like zucchini or spinach.