Olive Garden’s Capellini Pomodoro is a delightful pasta dish featuring fresh tomatoes, garlic, basil, and Parmesan cheese. This simple and flavorful tomato sauce recipe is quick and easy to make, making it the perfect choice for a delicious pasta meal in no time.
INGREDIENTS
- 12 ounces capellini pasta, cooked
- 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 2 pounds plum tomatoes, seeded and diced
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 ounce fresh basil leaves, minced
- 3 ounces Parmesan cheese
INSTRUCTIONS
- Cook the capellini pasta according to the package directions.
- In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook until it turns white and fragrant.
- Stir in the diced tomatoes and black pepper. Cook for 2–3 minutes, stirring gently to heat through without breaking down the tomatoes. Remove from heat.
- Place the hot, cooked pasta in a large serving bowl. Toss it with the tomato mixture, minced basil, and half of the Parmesan cheese until well combined.
- Serve immediately, garnished with the remaining Parmesan cheese on the side.
NUTRITION
- Calories: 602 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 73 g
- Protein: 21 g
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 14 mg
- Sodium: 357 mg
- Potassium: 767 mg
- Fiber: 5 g
- Sugar: 8 g
- Vitamin A: 2430 IU
- Vitamin C: 32.8 mg
- Calcium: 308 mg
- Iron: 2.2 mg
