Combine fresh tomatoes and basil with asiago cheese, a good quality olive oil and a bit of garlic for a healthy and simple vegetarian pasta dish. Use fresh ingredients for the best taste.
Vegetarian Tomato Basil Pasta with Asiago Cheese. Recipe courtesy the Wheat Foods Council.
Ingredients:
- 12 ounces pasta (use linguini or fettucine)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp fresh minced garlic
- 1 tsp salt
- 12 ounces cherry tomatoes, sliced
- 2 tbsp fresh basil leaves, cut into thin strips
- 1/4 cup Asiago cheese (Parmesan may also be substituted)
Preparation:
Cook pasta according to package directions and drain.
In a small skillet, sautee garlic in olive oil. Add tomatoes and basil, stir until warmed.
In a large bowl, combine pasta with tomato mixture and cheese. Garnish with extra basil. Serve immediately.
Servings: 6
Calories/Serving: 282
Nutrition: One serving provides approximately: 282 calories, 9 g protein, 45 g carbohydrates, 2 g fiber, 7 g fat (2 g saturated), 4 mg cholesterol, 140 mcg folate, 2 mg iron, 408 mg sodium.
