This low calorie cherry tomato pasta recipe is just 219 calories, and can be made in 15 minutes!
Plus, I have included vegan and gluten free options, and the best pasta to make for fresh basil tomato pasta sauce.
I was able to keep the calories low with my low calorie cooking tips, and have included them in the ingredients section below.
Learn how to make this easy 15 minute dinner recipe… All you need is a box of pasta, a carton of tomatoes and a couple items from your pantry/garden to make easy basil and tomato pasta!
This low calorie cherry tomato pasta recipe is just 219 calories, and can be made in 15 minutes!
Low Calorie Tomato Pasta
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Ingredients in Low Calorie Tomato Pasta
It’s easy to make cherry tomatoes recipes pasta creations with just a handful of ingredients.
Here are my low calorie cooking tips, and you’ll find the shopping list below.
Low Calorie Tips for Making Cherry Tomato Pasta Sauce:
- Skip the butter and oil… These tomatoes need to blow up, so let them “roast” in the pan and skip the added fat and calories. If you see the tomatoes sticking, you can add a bit of water to the pan.
- Try it without the cheese… You’ll notice that the cheese is “optional” and I think this recipe is just as good with it, as without. So if you’re looking to cut calories, try this cherry tomato spaghetti without the cheese.
- Serve with a salad… Filling up on pasta is never ideal, serve this grape tomato pasta with a crisp salad so you fill up and feed yourself a healthy meal.
Shopping List for Burst Cherry Tomato Pasta:
- Penne pasta (whole wheat, regular, or gluten free)
- Cherry tomatoes (or grape tomatoes)
- Garlic cloves
- Salt and pepper
- Basil leaves
- Freshly grated parmesan or nutritional yeast (optional)
How to Make Low Calorie Tomato Pasta
You can make this healthy tomato pasta with ANY STYLE of pasta you like!
Some love spaghetti with tomatoes, and some prefer their favorite gluten-free pasta. I love penne as it takes up “more space” and looks like a bigger serving. Tricking your mind into eating healthy is 1/2 the battle!
The Best Pasta for Cherry Tomato Pasta:
- Gluten-Free Penne Pasta
- Organic Penne
- Rigatoni Pasta
- Spinach and Cheese Tortellini (will change nutrition and calories a bit)
How to Make Garlic Tomato Pasta:
- In a large sauce pot bring 4-6 quarts of water to a boil. Then add in the pasta and cook until aldente (according to package). Then drain and set aside.
- Meanwhile, while the pasta cooks start on the burst tomato sauce.
- To a large skillet over medium heat, add the tomatoes and cover. Cook for 10 minutes until they start to burst. (Note: if the tomatoes start to stick to the pan, add 2 tablespoons water)
- Add in the garlic, salt and pepper, and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the garlic is fragrant.
- Pour in the cooked pasta, and toss together, top with basil and cheese (if you desire) and serve hot.
Low Calorie Tomato Pasta Recipe
This healthy cherry tomato pasta recipe is just 219 calories per cup, and can be made (from start to finish) in just 15 minutes!
Try this fast pasta with burst cherry tomatoes on busy weeknights, it’s low cost and low effort!
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Low Calorie Tomato Pasta
Ingredients
- 1 16-ounce box of penne pasta
- 1 pint of cherry tomatoes
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon pepper
- 10-15 large basil leaves
- 4 tablespoons freshly grated parmesan or nutritional yeast optional
Instructions
- In a large sauce pot bring 4-6 quarts of water to a boil. Then add in the pasta and cook until aldente (according to package). Then drain and set aside.
- Meanwhile, while the pasta cooks start on the burst tomato sauce.
- To a large skillet over medium heat, add the tomatoes and cover. Cook for 10 minutes until they start to burst. (Note: if the tomatoes start to stick to the pan, add 2 tablespoons water)
- Add in the garlic, salt and pepper, and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the garlic is fragrant.
- Pour in the cooked pasta, and toss together, top with basil and cheese (if you desire) and serve hot.
Nutrition
You might also like they Low Calorie Tomato Feta Zucchini Pasta.
Nutrition and Calories in Low Calorie Tomato Pasta
Pasta recipes can be healthy… if made correctly!
Try this 15 minute, low calorie pasta with grape tomatoes (or cherry tomatoes… get what’s on sale) and enjoy a yummy pasta dish without ruining your diet!
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Article History:
- Originally written and published July 6, 2021 by Audrey Johns
- Updated on April 19, 2023 by Audrey Johns
