• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
Big Delicious Life
  • Home
  • About
  • Recipe Index
  • Videos
  • Lifestyle
  • Contact
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • YouTube
menu icon
go to homepage
search icon
Homepage link
  • Home
  • About
  • Recipe Index
  • Videos
  • Lifestyle
  • Contact
×
Home » Recipes » Pasta Recipes

Sungold Tomato Pasta

Published: Aug 14, 2020 · Modified: Aug 4, 2022 by Jessica · This post may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. 2 Comments

  • Facebook
  • Print
Jump to Recipe Print Recipe
Spaghetti with Burst Cherry Tomato Sauce and sprigs of Fresh herbs

Angel hair with burst sweet sungold cherry tomatoes simmered in olive oil, garlic and shallots make a simple and delicious summer pasta dish. A quick and easy 15 minute dinner recipe.

Bowl of sungold tomato angel hair pasta on a wood cutting board with a floral napkin.
An easy, fresh and delicious summer pasta dish.

This simple pasta with burst sungold cherry tomato sauce is the perfect summer weeknight dinner. It’s fresh, elegant and full of flavor. During peak tomato season, I’m all about celebrating summer’s bounty. If you find yourself with an abundance of cherry tomatoes from your garden, this is the perfect recipe to enjoy the surplus!

I live for summer tomato season and sun gold tomatoes are probably my favorite. They super sweet, rich and perfect for pasta, salads, toasts, whatever your tomato-loving heart desires!

Black and white bowl full of sungold cherry tomatoes.
Sungold tomatoes are deep orange and super sweet.

This recipe is so easy to make, it’s hardly even a recipe. The pasta sauce is simply cooking the tomatoes in olive oil, tons of garlic, shallots and a splash of pasta water to create a silky sauce. Top with parmesan and loads of fresh basil and you’ve got yourself a restaurant quality meal at home. It’s summer on a plate! So next time you’re at the farmer’s market, grab a few pints of sungolds and make this.

Ingredients for sungold tomato pasta on a wood board with a pink floral napkin.
A 15 minute pasta dish made with simple ingredients.

Ingredients

All you need is a few simple, fresh ingredients to make this summery pasta.

  • Sungold Cherry Tomatoes – these tangy and sweet golden orange cherry tomatoes have a distinct flavor that’s perfect for this recipe. If you don’t have sungold tomatoes, by all means, use any variety of cherry tomatoes you have on hand. It will be just as delicious!
  • Pasta – I love angel hair in this recipe but use any kind of pasta that you have. I think long pasta works best like spaghetti or bucatini.
  • Fresh garlic
  • Shallot
  • Fresh Basil
  • Good olive oil
  • Parmesan cheese
  • Red pepper flakes – optional
Fork twirling angel hair pasta in a big white bowl.
Garnish with plenty of fresh basil and parmesan.

Method

Start by cooking your pasta in large pot of water with salt according to package directions. Cook the past just about a minute shy of al dente as it will finish in the sauce.

While the pasta is cooking, finely mince the garlic and shallots.

In a large, deep saucepan or dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat. You want to use a deep pot because the tomatoes will sputter as they begin to burst while cooking. Add shallot and garlic and cook until just fragrant, about 1-2 minutes. Be careful not to burn, lowering the heat as needed. Add in whole tomatoes and cook gently until they start to burst and bubble, about 5-8 minutes. I help the softened tomatoes break down a bit by pressing them gently with the back of a wooden spoon while cooking. Season with a pinch of sea salt and red pepper flakes.

Pot with olive oil, garlic, shallots and whole sungold cherry tomatoes.
Sauté garlic and shallots, then add tomatoes.
Burst sungold tomatoes in a pot with a wooden spoon.
Cook gently until tomatoes burst.

Drain pasta and reserve a cup of the pasta water. Transfer pasta to the sauce and add in a splash of pasta water and parmesan cheese. Toss together, adding more pasta water as needed to create a silky sauce.

Serve in big bowls, topped with lots of fresh basil, more parmesan and red pepper flakes. I prefer to chiffonade the basil leaves into thin strips so you get some in every bite. Stack the leaves on top of each other and roll into a tube shape. Then cut thin slices to create ribbons of basil.

This pasta is great served warm or room temperature. Perfect for al fresco dining or a picnic.

The measurements in this recipe are meant as a guideline. By all means, measure garlic and parmesan cheese with your heart!

Big white bowl of sungold tomato pasta on a wood cutting board with a floral napkin.
A great way to enjoy summer tomatoes.

What to serve with burst cherry tomato pasta

Simple is the name of the game here so don’t overthink it! I really think all you need is a simple green salad and some good crusty bread.

More pasta recipes you will love

  • Pappardelle with Mushrooms in Creamy Garlic Parmesan Sauce
  • Farmers Market Green Pasta
  • Arugula Pesto Pasta
  • Casarecce with Broccolini and Italian Sausage
Branded pinterest template with photo of pasta in a white bowl.
Save this pin to make this recipe later!
Bowl of sungold tomato angel hair pasta on a wood cutting board with a floral napkin.

Sungold Tomato Pasta

Jessica
Angel hair with burst sweet sungold cherry tomatoes simmered in olive oil, garlic and shallots make a simple and delicious summer pasta dish. A quick and easy 15 minute dinner recipe.
5 from 3 votes
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Cook Time 10 minutes mins
Course dinner, Main, Main Course, Mains
Cuisine American, Italian
Servings 4
Calories 262 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • ½ pound angel hair pasta or pasta of your choice
  • 1 pint sun gold cherry tomatoes
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 shallot minced
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • ½ cup reserved pasta water
  • ¼ cup fresh basil
  • ¼ cup parmesan cheese plus more
  • red pepper flakes to taste
  • salt to taste

Instructions
 

  • Bring a large pot of salty water to a boil and cook pasta one minute shy of al dente according to package directions. Reserve a cup of pasta water and drain.
  • While the pasta is cooking, finely mince garlic and shallot.
  • In a large, deep sauce pan or dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add in garlic and shallots and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Reduce heat if needed to avoid burning.
  • Add in sungold tomatoes and cook gently for 5-8 minutes until tomatoes burst. Season with a pinch of salt and red pepper flakes.
  • Add cooked pasta to sauce and toss with ¼ cup pasta water and parmesan cheese. Add more pasta water as needed until the pasta is coated in a silky sauce.
  • Serve in big bowls topped with fresh basil, more parmesan cheese and red pepper flakes.

Notes

The fresher the ingredients the better in this recipe. It’s very simple and you can taste each one so use sweet tomatoes, fresh herbs and really good olive oil.
Use a deep pot to make the pasta sauce as the tomatoes will sputter as they burst.
Pasta can be served warm or room temperature.

Nutrition

Calories: 262kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 7gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 139mgPotassium: 379mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 134IUVitamin C: 12mgCalcium: 83mgIron: 2mg
Keyword cherry tomato recipe, fresh tomato pasta sauce, sungold tomato recipes
Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!
« Heirloom Tomato Tart
Guac”kale”amole »
  • Facebook
  • Print

Filed Under: All Recipes, Farmer's Market Inspired, Main Dishes, Pasta Recipes, Recipes, Seasonal Recipes, Vegetarian Recipes Tagged With: farmer's market inspired, Main Dishes, summer, vegetarian, weeknight

Reader Interactions

Comments

  1. Jazz

    August 16, 2023 at 3:49 pm

    5 stars
    This made for the best light dinner last night with some grilled shrimp. I’m so glad I found your recipe because I had a pint of sweet tomatoes and was stumped on how to use them! 10/10!

    Reply
  2. Marta

    August 10, 2023 at 7:48 pm

    5 stars
    This sungold tomato pasta was such a treat for our Meatless Monday meal this week. I loved the acidity the tomatoes gave the dish and combined with the parmesan cheese and fresh basil, it hit all of the flavor notes I wanted it to.

    Reply

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Recipe Rating




Primary Sidebar

Favorite Fall Recipes

  • Spicy Roasted Sweet Potato Kale Salad with Avocado
  • Stack of Sweet Potato Oatmeal Pancakes with butter and syrup
    Sweet Potato Oatmeal Pancakes
  • Old fashioned pot roast in a red dutch oven.
    Old Fashioned Dutch Oven Pot Roast with Potatoes
  • Close up of whole roast spatchcock chicken with baby potatoes and herbs in a cast iron skillet.
    Spatchcock Garlic Herb Roast Chicken with Baby Potatoes
  • White ramekin with pumpkin blended baked oats topped with chocolate chips and a yellow floral napkin in the background.
    Pumpkin Blended Baked Oats {No Banana}
  • Brown hands placing a light blue bowl of chicken soup on the table with a gold spoon in the background.
    Instant Pot Chicken and Brown Rice Soup

Popular Recipes

  • Garlic Herb Crusted Eye of Round Roast Beef
  • Rounds of fried goat cheese on a bed of arugula with walnuts and pears on a platter
    Crispy Goat Cheese Salad
  • A white plate with creamy parmesan polenta topped with beer braised beef short ribs, carrots and a sprig of fresh thyme.
    Dutch Oven Beer Braised Beef Short Ribs
  • Oval baking dish with confit cherry tomatoes and a whole head of roasted garlic with herbs.
    Cherry Tomato and Garlic Confit
  • Japanese Eggplant and Oyster Mushroom Stir Fry
  • Fiesta salad in a speckled white bowl with sliced avocado and cilantro leaves on top.
    Fiesta Salad

about me

Welcome! I love creating delicious, healthy-ish food at home with simple, whole food ingredients. I’m self-taught and spending time in the kitchen is my creative release.

Follow along

  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • Pinterest
  • YouTube

Footer

↑ BACK TO TOP

Search

Recipes

  • Appetizers
  • Breakfast
  • Main Dishes
  • Salads

AS AN AMAZON ASSOCIATE I EARN FROM QUALIFYING PURCHASES.

Copyright © 2023 Big Delicious Life | Privacy Policy | Disclaimer