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Quick Tomato Pasta: A Creamy and Flavorful Weeknight Dinner

This quick tomato pasta recipe combines tender pasta with a creamy, flavorful tomato sauce. Made with cherry tomatoes, garlic and a touch of mozzarella, it’s a comforting dish that feels indulgent but is incredibly easy to make. Garnished with fresh basil and mini mozzarella balls, it’s a restaurant-quality meal you can enjoy at home. Perfect for a fast and delicious dinner!

Cuisine
Course ,
Difficulty Beginner
Time
Prep Time: 5 mins Cook Time: 15 mins Total Time: 20 mins
Servings 2
Calories 807
Best season Suitable throughout the year
Dietary vegetarian
Description

Looking for a quick and satisfying dinner idea? This creamy tomato pasta is the perfect choice for busy weeknights. With simple ingredients and ready in no time, it’s a delicious, family-friendly meal packed with the rich flavors of fresh tomatoes, garlic, and herbs.

Ingredients
  • 300 g pasta
  • 150 g tomato passata
  • 130 ml light cream
  • 100 g cherry tomatoes
  • 2 garlic cloves
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp tomato paste
  • 125 g mini mozzarella balls
  • basil, oregano, salt, pepper
Instructions
  1. Heat olive oil in a pan, add the chopped garlic and sauté briefly over high heat.

  2. Quarter the cherry tomatoes and add them to the pan. Sauté for 3-4 minutes.

  3. Add tomato paste, cream alternative, and the strained tomatoes to the pan, and let everything simmer. Once the sauce comes to a boil, add the spices.

  4. While the sauce is cooking, boil the pasta in a separate pot. Once ready, add the pasta to the pan and mix well. To serve, garnish the tomato pasta with fresh basil and mini mozzarella balls.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 2


Amount Per Serving
Calories 484kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 19g30%
Total Carbohydrate 52g18%
Protein 26g52%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: Quick tomato pasta recipe, Creamy tomato pasta, Easy weeknight dinner, Tomato and mozzarella pasta, 20-minute pasta recipe
Vera Harzog
Food Blogger

Hi, I'm Vera. On this page I share my favorite recipes that I also present on my social media channels.