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Summer Spaghetti with Fresh Tomato Sauce Recipe

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This Summer Spaghetti with Fresh Tomato Sauce recipe is a refreshing and light pasta dish bursting with the flavors of ripe summer tomatoes, fresh basil, and garlic. Quick to make and perfect for hot weather, this easy spaghetti recipe is a seasonal favorite for lunch or dinner. Enjoy a naturally vegan and healthy pasta meal that’s full of garden-fresh taste.

Ingredients

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  • 12 oz (340g) spaghetti

  • 2 lbs ripe tomatoes (Roma or heirloom), chopped

  • 3 garlic cloves, minced

  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil

  • 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, torn

  • Salt, to taste

  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

  • Optional: red pepper flakes, grated Parmesan, or vegan cheese

Instructions

  1. Cook the spaghetti in salted boiling water according to package directions. Drain and set aside.

  2. While pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute.

  3. Add chopped tomatoes and a pinch of salt. Cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally until tomatoes break down.

  4. Stir in fresh basil and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.

  5. Toss cooked spaghetti with the tomato sauce.

  6. Serve immediately, topped with optional cheese or red pepper flakes if desired.

Notes

  • Use the ripest, juiciest tomatoes for best flavor.

  • You can blend the sauce for a smoother texture or leave it chunky.

  • This recipe is great with gluten-free spaghetti or whole wheat pasta too.

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