Who doesn’t want pasta? Even if pasta is not an authentic Filipino food, we still learned to love and enjoy it. In fact, there are some Filipino variations of some Italian pasta dishes that we really enjoy: like the Pinoy Spaghetti for example.Our palate must have adjusted to the taste of different pasta dishes that we had over the years to the point that some of us consider it as our comfort food. I must admit that I love lasagna and I consider it as one of my comfort food. Is pasta one of your comfort foods too? What is your favorite pasta dish?
I noticed that people are embracing healthy pasta dishes these days. Spaghetti dishes with less meat and more vegetables are preferred because of its health benefits. It also goes without saying that preparation time is faster since vegetables cook fast.
What we have here is a very simple yet healthy pasta recipe that uses cherry tomatoes and fresh basil (I can still smell the basil as I write). This dish only took me less than 20 minutes to prepare and the taste was awesome.
I am a certified carnivore but embracing healthy habits is one thing that I am considering at this moment. I decided to first start on my eating habits; this affects the foods that I choose to eat. Don’t get me wrong. We will still be doing our favorite Pinoy recipes though healthy recipes and some food recipes for weight loss will be added- that is if you like the idea.
I would love to hear from you. Please comment on this post and share your thoughts.
Spaghetti with Tomato and Basil
Ingredients
- 1 lb Spaghetti noodles
- 2 clove garlic minced
- 4 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil
- 8 pieces cherry tomatoes halved
- Fresh cracked black pepper to taste
- 8 pieces fresh basil leaves cut into strips
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese grated
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instruction.
- Heat a skillet or pan then pour-in the olive oil.
- Sauté the garlic until color turns medium yellow.
- Add the cherry tomatoes and cook for another 3 minutes
- Drain the pasta then put it in the skillet or pan and toss.
- Add the fresh basil, salt, and pepper then toss the pasta once more.
- Turn off the heat then transfer the pasta to a serving dish.
- Sprinkle some parmesan cheese on top then serve. Share and enjoy!
Nutrition
Regine says
Hi Kuya! May I know your name? Thanks for your website… I’m now cooking. I never thought that cooking could be this simple. I am happy that I’m able to prepare Filipino dishes for my Kiwi bf. We both love eating health foods. I visit your website almost everyday and sometimes I watch as I cook (for inspiration) heheh… More blessings to you!
Panlasang Pinoy says
Hi Regine, thanks for your comment. Just go to the about page to know more about me.
diane says
That’s a good idea Vanjo.People these days are very health conscious.We tend to read food labels,calories count and others.I think its a good alternative if you hate going to the gym or strenuous exercise.
I would like to share a recipe called Tagliatelle with smoked salmon and spinach.Same procedure sa recipe mo only with different ingredients.
Dorothy says
Tnx 4dis simple `n Healthy Pasta. Looks easy `n i want 2Try dis for tonight.More Power `n Keep on Posting a Delicious Recipes…