Vegan Roasted Tomato Pasta 🌿

Simple • Fresh • Flavor-Packed

These are excellent!!!! So easy and soooo good! If you’ve been hunting for that perfect light but satisfying pasta — this is it. Roasted cherry tomatoes burst with sweetness and flavor, mingling perfectly with olive oil, garlic, and fresh basil. A cozy, summery vegan dish that feels fancy but takes minimal effort. 💛

🌿 Ingredients:

• 300g (10 oz) spaghetti or any pasta of choice
• 2 cups cherry or grape tomatoes (mixed red & yellow look beautiful!)
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• Salt & black pepper to taste
• Handful of fresh basil, chopped
• Optional: pinch of chili flakes or nutritional yeast for extra flavor

🔥 Instructions:

1. Roast the tomatoes:
   Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss tomatoes with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 15–20 minutes until blistered and juicy.
2. Cook the pasta:
   Meanwhile, cook spaghetti in salted water according to package instructions. Reserve about ½ cup of pasta water before draining.
3. Combine:
   In a large pan, heat a splash of olive oil and sauté garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add roasted tomatoes and cooked pasta. Toss gently, adding a little pasta water if needed for moisture.
4. Finish with freshness:
   Stir in chopped basil and a drizzle of extra olive oil. Adjust salt and pepper.
5. Serve:
   Enjoy immediately! Perfect with a sprinkle of vegan parmesan or chili flakes.

💚 Why You’ll Love It:

• Only a few ingredients
• Naturally vegan & dairy-free
• Bursting with roasted tomato flavor
• Ready in under 30 minutes