Dinner

Tomato, Basil, and Roasted Pine Nut Penne is for Dinner.

Tomato, Basil, and Roasted Pine Nut Penne takes 10 minutes to prepare.

Tomato, Basil, and Roasted Pine Nut Penne takes 20 minutes to cook.

Tomato, Basil, and Roasted Pine Nut Penne makes 8 servings.

The ingredients for Tomato, Basil, and Roasted Pine Nut Penne are:

16 oz. penne pasta (or gluten-free pasta if you are gluten intolerant)
2 1/2 cups grape or cherry tomatoes
1/2 cup kalamata olives, pitted and chopped (or other high quality Greek olives)
5 large cloves garlic, pressed or minced
1/4 cup olive oil (regular or extra-virgin)
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
2 teaspoons sea salt (or less if you prefer)
Lots of freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
1/4 cup pine nuts
1/2 cup (packed) fresh basil, cut into thin ribbons or chopped

Here is how you make Tomato, Basil, and Roasted Pine Nut Penne:

1. Cook the pasta according to the directions on its former home. 2. While the penne is cooking, you can toss the sauce together. First, wash the tomatoes and cut them in half. Place them in the largest bowl you have. No bowl is too big. 3. Add the chopped kalamatas, garlic, oil, lemon juice, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper to the giant bowl. Gently toss well to combine. 4. Toast the pine nuts in a dry pan over medium-low heat until they are aromatic and lightly browned, shaking the pan often so that they cook evenly. Watch them closely, as this process will take well under 5 minutes. As soon as they are done, remove them from heat and set aside. 5. When the pasta is al dente, drain it well in a colander or strainer. Add it to the big bowl and toss it with the sauce. Mix well to combine. Add the pine nuts and basil. Toss lightly and serve immediately. Number of Servings: 8Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user JILLARGIRIS.

The nutritional information for Tomato, Basil, and Roasted Pine Nut Penne is:

• Servings Per Recipe: 8
• Amount Per Serving
• Calories: 294.6

• Total Fat: 12.1 g
• Cholesterol: 0.0 mg
• Sodium: 1,802.0 mg
• Total Carbs: 46.1 g
• Dietary Fiber: 6.8 g
• Protein: 7.1 g

Tomato, Basil, and Roasted Pine Nut Penne is Italian cuisine.

The dietary needs meet for Tomato, Basil, and Roasted Pine Nut Penne is Vegan