Pasta with Fresh Tomato Sauce
This pasta with fresh tomato sauce is a quick and easy dish that brings the vibrant flavors of summer tomatoes and basil to your table. Perfect for a weeknight meal or entertaining, this easy fresh tomato pasta recipe highlights the best pasta with tomatoes for a healthy and delicious experience.
Ingredients
- 1 (16 ounce) package dry penne pasta
- 8 Roma (plum) tomatoes diced
- 1/2 cup Italian dressing or to taste
- 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh basil
- 1/4 cup diced red onion
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add the penne and cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender but firm to the bite.
- While the pasta cooks, dice the Roma tomatoes and chop the basil and red onion. Set them aside.
- Once the pasta is done, drain it well and transfer it to a large serving bowl.
- Add the diced tomatoes, Italian dressing, chopped basil, red onion, and grated Parmesan cheese to the bowl with the pasta.
- Toss everything together gently until the pasta is evenly coated and the ingredients are well combined. Taste and adjust with more Italian dressing or salt if needed.
- Serve immediately or let it sit for a few minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Garnish with additional basil or Parmesan if desired.