Light Southwestern Tomato Pasta

Name: Light Southwestern Tomato Pasta
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 15 min
Ingredients: 1 pound pasta; 4 large tomatoes, cubed; 1 teaspoon chopped fresh cilantro; 1 pinch dried basil; 2 teaspoons white sugar; 0.5 teaspoon dried oregano; 0.33000001311302 cup olive oil; salt and pepper to taste; 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

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This is a quick and easy recipe with few ingredients. It is a light sauce for tomato lovers with flavorful spices and a nice southwestern taste.

Recipe by Rachel

Updated on July 14, 2022

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Prep Time:

10 mins

Cook Time:

5 mins

Total Time:

15 mins

Servings:

4

Yield:

4 servings

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Ingredients

1 pound pasta
4 large tomatoes, cubed
1 teaspoon chopped fresh cilantro
1 pinch dried basil
2 teaspoons white sugar
½ teaspoon dried oregano
⅓ cup olive oil
salt and pepper to taste
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese (Optional)

Directions

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
In a large bowl, combine tomatoes, cilantro, basil, sugar and oregano; mix well, then add olive oil and season with salt and pepper to taste. Mix well.
Combine sauce with pasta and toss to coat. Top with cheese and serve.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

582	Calories
22g	Fat
80g	Carbs
17g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 582
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 22g	28%
Saturated Fat 3g	17%
Cholesterol 96mg	32%
Sodium 65mg	3%
Total Carbohydrate 80g	29%
Dietary Fiber 7g	26%
Total Sugars 7g
Protein 17g
Vitamin C 23mg	117%
Calcium 72mg	6%
Iron 4mg	22%
Potassium 516mg	11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.