How to Make Quick Penne Pesto with Tomatoes - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's nothing quite like a simple yet delicious pasta dish to satisfy your cravings and fill your stomach. One of our favorite go-to pasta recipes is the Quick Penne Pesto with Tomatoes. This dish is perfect for busy weeknights when you want to whip up a tasty and satisfying meal in no time.

What makes this penne pesto dish so great is its combination of zesty pesto sauce, savory tomatoes, and perfectly cooked penne pasta. The flavors come together harmoniously, creating a dish that is ...

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Ingredients

  • 1 pouch Barilla® Ready Pasta Penne
  • 2 tablespoons Barilla® Traditional Basil Pesto
  • ½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • ½ cup small mozzarella balls
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 6 fresh basil leaves, shredded
  • Pine nuts for garnish

Information

  • Prep Time: 4 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 mins
  • Total Time: 5 mins
  • Servings: 2
  • Yield: 2 servings

  • Tear corner of Ready Pasta pouch to vent. Heat in the microwave for one minute.
  • Combine pesto, tomatoes, and mozzarella in a bowl. Add salt and pepper to taste; add pasta and toss.
  • Top with basil and pine nuts.
  • Nutrition

    381 cal.

    • Total Fat: 14g
    • Saturated Fat: 5g
    • Cholesterol: 24mg
    • Sodium: 406mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 49g
    • Dietary Fiber: 5g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 18g
    • Vitamin C: 30mg
    • Calcium: 400mg
    • Iron: 5mg
    • Potassium: 484mg