Sarah’s Fabulous Summer Pasta Salad π πΏ
Description: This delightful summer pasta salad, born from warm evenings in Brisbane, has become a staple at gatherings, disappearing almost as soon as it hits the table!
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Prep Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Servings: 4
- Yield: Approximately 500 grams of pasta salad
Recipe Category: Lunch/Snacks
Keywords: Vegetable, Australian, European, Summer, < 15 Mins, Stove Top, Easy
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 | Cherry tomatoes |
| 2 | Garlic cloves |
| Olive oil | |
| 500g | Dried tubular pasta |
| Fresh basil leaves | |
| Sea salt | |
| Black pepper |
Instructions:
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Put pasta on to boil: Begin by bringing a pot of water to a rolling boil. Add a pinch of salt, then gently pour in the dried tubular pasta, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking. Cook until al dente according to the package instructions, typically around 10-12 minutes.
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Halve tomatoes: While the pasta is cooking, rinse the cherry tomatoes and slice them in half. Set them aside in a large mixing bowl.
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Prepare the remaining ingredients: Peel and finely chop the garlic cloves. Tear the fresh basil leaves into small pieces. Measure out the desired amount of olive oil, sea salt, and black pepper.
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Combine ingredients: To the bowl of halved tomatoes, add the chopped garlic, torn basil leaves, and the measured olive oil, sea salt, and black pepper. Give everything a good stir to ensure the flavors are evenly distributed.
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Mix with warm pasta: Once the pasta is cooked to perfection, drain it thoroughly in a colander. While still warm, transfer the pasta to the bowl containing the tomato mixture. The residual heat from the pasta will gently cook the basil and garlic, enhancing their flavors.
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Serve and enjoy: Toss the pasta and tomato mixture together until well combined. Serve immediately, preferably alongside crusty Italian bread and a refreshing glass of red wine to complete the experience of this delicious summer pasta salad.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 2.2
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 0.3mg
- Carbohydrates: 0.5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Sugar: 0g
- Protein: 0.1g
With its vibrant colors, fresh flavors, and easy preparation, Sarah’s Fabulous Summer Pasta Salad is sure to become a favorite in your recipe repertoire. Perfect for picnics, potlucks, or a quick weeknight meal, this dish captures the essence of summer in every bite. Enjoy the taste of Brisbane’s warm nights no matter where you are with this delightful recipe!
