Description
A delightful summer pasta dish featuring ripe cherry tomatoes, savory prosciutto, and fresh basil, perfect for warm weather dining.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz angel hair pasta
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups ripe cherry tomatoes, halved
- 3 oz prosciutto, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese (plus extra for garnish)
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, thinly sliced
- Salt & pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Cook angel hair pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté the onion for 2–3 minutes, then add garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Toss in cherry tomatoes and cook for 3–5 minutes until softened.
- Stir in sliced prosciutto and cook just until warmed.
- Add cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat. Season with salt and pepper.
- Sprinkle with Parmesan and fresh basil before serving.
Notes
Best served warm topped with extra Parmesan and basil. Pairs well with a light salad and chilled white wine. For a vegetarian option, omit prosciutto and add more vegetables.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: pasta, summer, tomatoes, prosciutto, quick meal, easy recipe