Smoky Tomato Sauce for Pasta

Roasted tomatoes are crushed and tossed with olive oil, fresh herbs, and olives for a quick, smoky pasta sauce.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 246 kcals 492 kcals
Carbohydrates 24 grams 48 grams
Fat 13.5 grams 27 grams
Protein 4.5 grams 9 grams
Cook Time
15 mins
Produces
2 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

BakingIngredients
4
g
Sugar
to taste
CondimentsSauces
5
ml
GrainsCereals
250
g
Spaghetti
cooked
NutsSeeds
1
1
Salt
to taste
1
1
Black Pepper
freshly ground
1
handful
Thyme
leaves only
1
handful
Basil
roughly torn leaves
OilsFats
30
ml
Olive Oil
fruity
Vegetables
12
piece
Tomatoes
halved
1
handful
Black Olives
stones removed

Steps

  • Preheat the grill to high.
  • Place halved tomatoes on a tray, drizzle with olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and scatter thyme leaves over.
  • Grill the tomatoes until the skins are blackened and they release their juices.
  • Transfer tomatoes and juices to a bowl and crush roughly with a fork.
  • Stir in torn basil leaves and adjust flavor with red wine vinegar or sugar if needed.
  • Mix in the olives to finish the sauce.
  • Serve the sauce over cooked spaghetti and toss to coat.