Tomato Basil Pasta
Tomato Basil Pasta is ready in 20 minutes (15 hands-on) and has 515 kcal and 16 g of protein per serving. One serving costs about $0.66. Prices from Walmart, 2026.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Hands-on
- 15 min
- Calories
- 515 kcal
- Cost per serving
- $0.66
Ingredients (Serves: 2)
- Spaghetti200 g
- Crushed tomatoes (can)300 g
- Olive oil20 g
- Garlic10 g
- Fresh basil (optional)6 g
- Parmesan (optional)20 g
Method
Bring a large pot of salted water to the boil and cook the spaghetti as the packet says, about 10 minutes.
Meanwhile, warm the olive oil in a pan over medium heat and gently fry the sliced garlic for 1 minute without letting it brown.
Add the crushed tomatoes, season with salt and pepper and simmer for 10 minutes.
Drain the pasta, toss it in the sauce and finish with torn basil and grated Parmesan.
Nutrition per serving
| Calories | 515 kcal |
|---|---|
| Protein | 16 g |
| Carbohydrates | 88 g |
| Sugars | 9 g |
| Fat | 12 g |
| Fiber | 6 g |
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