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The Delicious Cherry Tomato Goat Cheese Pasta Recipe is a simple yet flavorful dish perfect for any occasion. With its short preparation time and ease of cooking, it's an ideal meal for weeknights or special events. This recipe combines the creaminess of goat cheese, the sweetness of cherry tomatoes, and the freshness of herbs to create a dish that is both satisfying and delicious. The flavors and textures in this recipe work together to create a culinary experience that is sure to please even the most discerning palate.

Delicious Cherry Tomato Goat Cheese Pasta

A quick and delicious pasta dish featuring cherry tomatoes, goat cheese, and fresh herbs. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or special occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4
Calories 420 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 8 oz pasta
  • 1 pint cherry tomatoes
  • ½ cup crumbled goat cheese
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • 2 garlic cloves
  • 1 tsp dried basil
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • salt and pepper
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tsp lemon zest

Instructions
 

  • Cook pasta in boiling salted water until al dente, reserving 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
  • Sauté garlic in olive oil over medium heat for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  • Add cherry tomatoes and cook for 3-4 minutes until they start to release their juices.
  • Stir in dried basil and thyme, seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Combine cooked pasta, cherry tomato mixture, and crumbled goat cheese in a large bowl, adding reserved pasta water if needed.
  • Sprinkle chopped parsley and Parmesan cheese over the pasta and toss to combine.
  • Drizzle balsamic vinegar over the pasta and sprinkle with lemon zest.

Notes

Reserve pasta water to adjust sauce consistency.
Keyword cherry tomatoes, easy, goat cheese, Italian, pasta, quick