Easy Italian Recipe For Dinner Vegetarian
Easy Italian Recipe For Dinner Vegetarian Here’s a simple and delicious vegetarian Italian recipe: Pasta alla Caprese.
It’s fresh, light, and full of flavor—perfect for a quick dinner.
Pasta alla Caprese
Ingredients:
- 250g (9 oz) pasta (spaghetti, penne, or your choice)
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
- 200g (7 oz) fresh mozzarella, torn into chunks
- A handful of fresh basil leaves, torn
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional: A splash of balsamic vinegar for extra flavor
Instructions:
- Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to the package instructions, usually around 8-10 minutes. Drain, reserving a bit of pasta water.
- Prepare the Sauce: While the pasta cooks, heat the olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and saute for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- Add Tomatoes: Toss in the cherry tomatoes and cook for 2-3 minutes until they start to soften and release their juices. Season with salt and pepper.
- Combine: Add the drained pasta to the pan with the tomatoes. Toss to coat, adding a bit of reserved pasta water if needed to create a light sauce.
- Finish: Stir in the torn mozzarella and basil leaves, letting the mozzarella soften from the heat of the pasta.
- Serve: Drizzle with a little balsamic vinegar (if desired), and serve immediately. Enjoy!
This dish is quick, flavorful, and packed with fresh ingredients, perfect for a vegetarian dinner.
