Now please allow me to take you on a little trip to one of my happy places, my kitchen, where adventures arise unexpectedly. Easy Burst Cherry Tomato Sauce. Picture a lazy late Sunday morning, the sun is shining through the window, and a bowl full of gorgeous, bright cherry tomatoes sits on my counter, just waiting to be transformed into something wonderful. Then it hit me, how tough could it be to make a quick, delicious sauce that could bring to life any pasta dish in only 15 minutes? This is how a quick summer sauce was born.
The Burst Cherry Tomato Sauce recipe is going to change your life if you love to eat pasta and don’t want to spend hours in the kitchen. Easy, fresh, and bursting with flavor, well, literally bursting! The cherry tomatoes, when they burst, are the stars of the show, their natural sweetness and juiciness transform into a sauce that is rich and also light. A little garlic, red pepper flakes for heat to taste, and layer on the olive oil as you want. This is literally a sauce you can use with any pasta dish or by itself!
What I love about this recipe, perhaps more than anything else, is how user friendly it is. You don’t need to be a professional chef in order to do this. In fact, this recipe works great for nights when you don’t have much time, but want to enjoy something homemade, easy, and delicious. And whether you’re making it for yourself, your family, or some friends, this sauce will do the trick!
Let’s not forget about the aroma! Oh boy, the aroma! You can imagine what it smells like when these tomatoes pop and combine with garlic and herbs. It creates a smell in your kitchen that can only be described as intoxicating! And you know this smell, and that smell in physical form, where everyone gathers around the table with their forks in hand, excited about whats to come!
So if you’re looking for a new go to recipe that can be made quick, easy, and is truly delicious, you came to the right recipe, the < Tjatziki > from Tjatziki Sauce is not just a recipe, it is an experience. And I promise once you try this recipe, it will become a staple in your kitchen (the same way it has in mine).
Summary of the recipe in Todd Wilbur’s Writing Style
This 15-Minute Burst Cherry Tomato Sauce is literally the fastest and easiest way to get a gourmet pasta dish onto the dinner table. If you need to prepare dinner quickly or are just low on ingredients, this is your sauce.
Once the cherry tomatoes burst open you are left with a naturally sweet, tangy sauce. In combination with garlic, red pepper flakes, and fresh basil, it’s an irresistible flavor bomb.
The beauty of the Burst Cherry Tomato Sauce is its simplicity. You do not need culinary training or rare ingredients. You need a pan, and heat, and then just a little love.
I can guarantee that this is a foolproof recipe whether you are a chef in a restaurant or heat up frozen dinner regularly. If you have some deadlines to meet, this will become a staple on your menu.
I might better describe the time I first served this sauce to my family. It was an absolutely crazy weeknight, and dinner was about to take place. I had one bag of cherry tomatoes that were on the verge of going bad. I thought, “I’ ll try this instead.”
As I watched the tomatoes begin to burst in the pan, the smell filled the kitchen and my husband came in to see what I was making. When I served my pasta, complete with bright red sauce and Parmesan cheese it only took one bite before my husband declared it to be the best pasta he had ever eaten.
It has been a weeknight staple since and our go-to meal for easy dinners, last minute gatherings or even home date nights. I am always amazed at how such a simple dish becomes something we love and enjoy.
Why this Easy Pasta with 15-Minute Burst Cherry Tomato Sauce
We love this recipe for a million reasons. First, it seriously takes 15 minutes from beginning to end. Next, you are making it with all fresh, ingredients that our better for you.
The cherry tomatoes are the main attraction and bursting with natural sweetness and juiciness. The garlic adds depth, and the red pepper flakes give it a nice hint of heat. And of course the fresh basil brightens and freshens everything up.
Even better, this sauce is highly adaptable and can be used with any kind of pasta or on-top of grilled chicken or fish. It is deliciously flexible recipe!
Suggestions for Simple Pasta Dish with 15-Minute Burst Cherry Tomato Sauce
- Use the ripest cherry tomatoes available for optimal flavor.
- Use fresh basil because it adds a pop of freshness and it truly enhances the dish.
- If you enjoy the smoother sauce use a potato masher to break the tomatoes down slow while they cook.
Substitutions and Variations
- You can substitute cherry tomatoes for grape tomatoes or chopped Roma tomatoes.
- To brighten the sauce, add a splash of balsamic vinegar.
- To make a creamy sauce, stir in a tablespoon of butter or a splash of cream at the finish.
Make it Healthier
- For a healthier option use either whole wheat or gluten-free pasta.
- Cut back on the olive oil and use a non-stick skillet to help limit fat intake.
- For an extra boost of nutrients add cooked spinach or kale to the sauce.
Conclusion For Simple Pasta With 15-Minute Burst Cherry Tomato Sauce
That’s it! A quick, easy and yummy pasta dish which will be a staple in your home! We would love to hear how your dish turns out, and be sure to check out some of our other recipes too.
Easy Burst Cherry Tomato Sauce
Description
Indulge in the explosive flavors of Burst Cherry Tomato Sauce! This vibrant sauce combines juicy cherry tomatoes, aromatic garlic, fresh basil, and a hint of red pepper flakes for a burst of deliciousness in every bite. Perfect over pasta or as a dipping sauce.
Ingredients
Instructions
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Start by heating the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes, and sauté for about 30 seconds, until fragrant.
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Next, add the cherry tomatoes to the skillet. Let them cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they start to burst and release their juices.
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While the tomatoes are cooking, bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to the package instructions.
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Once the tomatoes have burst and the sauce has thickened slightly, season with salt and pepper, and stir in the fresh basil.
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Drain the pasta and add it to the skillet, tossing to coat it in the sauce. Serve immediately, topped with grated Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition Facts
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 2052.32kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 68.73g106%
- Saturated Fat 13.21g67%
- Cholesterol 26.1mg9%
- Sodium 854.35mg36%
- Potassium 2941mg85%
- Total Carbohydrate 299.08g100%
- Dietary Fiber 17.97g72%
- Sugars 32.81g
- Protein 63.06g127%
- Vitamin A 5352.72 IU
- Vitamin C 219.66 mg
- Calcium 469.96 mg
- Iron 11.73 mg
- Vitamin E 13.85 mg
- Vitamin K 85.44 mcg
- Thiamin 0.68 mg
- Riboflavin 0.54 mg
- Niacin 11.02 mg
- Vitamin B6 1.39 mg
- Folate 190.55 mcg
- Vitamin B12 0.41 mcg
- Pantothenic Acid 2.86 mg
- Phosphorus 1116.78 mg
- Magnesium 282.81 mg
- Zinc 7.6 mg
- Selenium 231.63 mcg
- Copper 1.76 mg
- Manganese 4.37 mg
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
