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Linguine with Fresh Tomato Sauce

Linguine with Fresh Tomato Sauce for a Perfect Summer Bite

Experience the vibrant flavors of summer with this quick Linguine with Fresh Tomato Sauce.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Marinating Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Pasta
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Adds richness to the sauce
  • 2 cloves Minced Garlic Use fresh garlic for best flavor
  • 1.5 pounds Ripe Tomatoes Opt for the ripest available
  • 3 tablespoons Fresh Basil Enhances the sauce with herbal notes
  • 1.5 tablespoons Red Wine Vinegar Adds acidity to balance sweetness
  • Salt Adjust to taste
  • Freshly Ground Pepper Adjust to taste
For the Pasta
  • 0.5 pound Linguine Feel free to swap for spaghetti or fettuccine
For Serving
  • Freshly Grated Parmesan Cheese For a savory finish

Equipment

  • skillet
  • Medium bowl
  • large pot
  • colander

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over low-medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 3 minutes until fragrant.
  2. Transfer garlic oil to a medium bowl. Add chopped tomatoes, remaining olive oil, basil, red wine vinegar, and season with salt and pepper. Stir to combine.
  3. Allow the tomato mixture to sit at room temperature for at least 30 minutes, up to 6 hours.
  4. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook linguine until al dente, around 8-10 minutes. Reserve a cup of pasta water, drain, and return to pot.
  5. Drizzle reserved olive oil over linguine and toss. Add tomato sauce, tossing to coat. Adjust consistency with pasta water as needed. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 10gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

The quality of tomatoes significantly impacts the flavor; choose ripe tomatoes and allow the mixture to marinate for optimal taste.

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