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Spaghetti with Fresh Tomatoes

By Fiona Haynes, About.com

Spaghetti with Fresh Tomatoes

Spaghetti with Fresh Tomatoes

Fiona Haynes
This is a summer favorite in our family. For best flavor, use fresh, ripe tomatoes from the farmers' market if you can. And don't forget to keep tomatoes at room temperature.

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

Ingredients:

  • 4 room-temperature tomatoes, seeded and chopped
  • 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • Pinch of salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • 8 ounces spaghetti or angel hair pasta

Preparation:

Combine chopped tomatoes, basil, and garlic in a large bowl. Whisk oil and vinegar together and drizzle over tomato mixture. Season with a pinch of salt and lots of freshly ground pepper. Toss well and leave to stand. Cook pasta according to instructions on package.

Drain pasta. Toss with tomato mixture, and serve.

Serves 4

Per serving: Calories 275, Calories from Fat 43, Total Fat 4.9g (sat0.6g), Cholesterol 0mg, Sodium 10mg, Carbohydrate 49.8g, Fiber 3.4g, Protein 8.1g

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