Tomato Basil Tagliatelle

This simple, fresh pasta dish makes a great light lunch or supper, especially when the freshest tomatoes and herbs are in season. Just toss hot cooked pasta in a light vinegar and oil dressing with the tomatoes, and serve with freshly shredded Parmesan.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 25 mins
• Calories: 309 Calories

Ingredients

• ½ cup chopped fresh basil
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• ¼ cup red wine vinegar
• 4 large tomatoes, diced
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh oregano
• ½ pound dry tagliatelle or wide fettucine pasta
• 1 tablespoon shredded Parmesan cheese

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Stir together the tomatoes, basil, red wine vinegar, olive oil, and oregano in a bowl; allow mixture to stand at least 10 minutes.

Step 2

Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil over high heat. Once the water is boiling, stir in the tagliatelle pasta, and return to a boil. Cook the pasta uncovered, stirring occasionally, until cooked through, but still firm, about 8 minutes. Drain well. Mix the hot cooked tagliatelle into the tomato mixture; sprinkle with Parmesan cheese to serve.