Easy Cherry Tomato Pasta To Share With The Kids

Cherry Tomato Pasta

I often have periods of time when I am completely burned out on cooking BUT having a few easy recipes in my back-pocket that I can make without a lot of work is a total game changer. Combining cherry tomatoes with garlic, basil, and olive oil makes a super fresh and delicious sauce—no cooking required—that really makes pasta sing. It’s delicious as is, or you can even blend up the sauce if that seems like a better option for your kids. You can do this with any type of cherry tomatoes, though the orange Sungold ones are often sweeter (which kids may prefer!). TIP: Find more easy family meals here.

Ingredients You Need

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Cherry tomatoes: You can use any variety of cherry tomatoes or grape tomatoes. I love this sauce with yellow/orange Sungold tomatoes, which are sweeter than many red varieties. Basil: Fresh basil adds lovely flavor to this pasta recipe. Garlic: Letting the tomatoes marinate with garlic adds flavor and just enough pungency. Olive oil: Olive oil in the mix of this pasta helps ensure that the sauce is easy to stir and coat the noodles. Pasta: You can make this with any pasta variety that you enjoy most. Parmesan, optional to top each bowl

TIP: You can use any type of pasta you like in this recipe. If you use a long noodle, cut it up for toddlers so it’s easier to eat.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Here’s a look at how to make this family meal. Scroll down to the bottom of this post for more information. TIP: You can top this with Parmesan and cracked black pepper if you prefer. (I do!)

Best Tips for Success

Use any pasta you prefer and cut up for easier eating for the kids as needed. Remove the mashed garlic after the sauce marinates to avoid bites of spice (or leave them in if you like that!). Top with grated Parmesan and/or black pepper if desired. Use any color of cherry tomatoes. Orange ones called Sungold or Sunsweet are often sweeter and more appealing to kids.

Please comment below if you make this recipe—I’d love to hear what everyone in your family thought!