Description
Delicate angel hair pasta transformed with garlic, herbs, and a medley of ingredients from creamy sauces to bold seasonal twists. Comfort meets creativity in under 20 minutes.
Ingredients
Angel Hair Pasta
Fresh Garlic or Garlic Paste
Olive Oil or Butter
Cherry Tomatoes
Parmesan or Pecorino Cheese
Fresh Basil & Parsley
Red Chili Flakes (optional)
Salt
Pasta Water (reserved)
Instructions
1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
2. While the water heats, sauté garlic in olive oil or butter over medium-low heat until just golden.
3. Add halved cherry tomatoes and cook until skins blister slightly. Add chili flakes if desired.
4. Drop angel hair into the boiling water. Stir immediately and cook for 2–3 minutes.
5. Transfer pasta directly to the sauté pan using tongs.
6. Toss pasta and ingredients together, using pasta water as needed to loosen sauce.
7. Finish with herbs and cheese. Serve immediately.
Notes
Substitute gluten-free or whole wheat pasta as needed.
Add shrimp, grilled chicken, or roasted vegetables for variation.
Try fusion twists like Cajun cream, kimchi, or Brussels sprouts with herb oil.
Great both hot or cold—perfect for pasta salads or light entrées.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Fusion / Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: angel hair pasta, quick dinner, garlic pasta, creamy sauce, fusion pasta, weeknight meals