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Bruschetta Pasta Recipe

Bruschetta Pasta Recipe

Bursting with fresh tomatoes, basil, and garlic, this Bruschetta Pasta Recipe brings all the flavors of your favorite appetizer to the dinner table—quick, vibrant, and irresistibly delicious!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 380 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 10 ounces spaghetti
  • cups diced Roma tomatoes about 4 tomatoes
  • ½ cup finely chopped red onion
  • 4 garlic cloves minced and divided
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 4 tablespoons olive oil divided
  • 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar divided
  • ¼ cup thinly sliced basil chiffonade, divided
  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 6 ounces mozzarella balls

Instructions
 

  • Cook the pasta in a large pot according to package directions.
  • In a large bowl, combine tomatoes, red onions, half of the minced garlic, salt, pepper, 2 tablespoons of olive oil, 1 tablespoon of balsamic vinegar, and 2 tablespoons of basil. Mix well to make the bruschetta mixture. Set aside.
  • In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the remaining olive oil. Add the rest of the garlic and oregano, stirring for about a minute until the garlic is soft and fragrant. Slowly add a bit of hot starchy pasta water (about ¼ cup) to the skillet. Add the butter and stir until melted.
  • Drain the cooked pasta and add it to the skillet. Gently toss to coat the pasta with the garlic sauce. Mix in the lemon juice and mozzarella cheese. Add the tomato bruschetta mixture and toss until the pasta is well coated. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Drizzle with the remaining balsamic vinegar and sprinkle with the remaining basil before serving.

Notes

Notes:
For added flavor, you can sprinkle some grated Parmesan cheese on top before serving.
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