Spaghettini with Checca Sauce
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this vibrant and effortless Spaghettini with Checca Sauce recipe! Featuring tender spaghettini tossed in a fresh, no-cook Checca sauce made from sweet cherry tomatoes, fragrant basil, and a touch of garlic, this dish captures the essence of Mediterranean simplicity. The addition of creamy mozzarella cubes provides bursts of indulgent flavor, while a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese (optional) takes it to the next level. Ready in just 30 minutes, this light yet satisfying recipe is perfect for busy evenings or casual get-togethers. Pair it with a crisp white wine and a side salad for a complete Italian-inspired meal that’s sure to impress!
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Ingredients
- 400 grams Spaghettini
- 350 grams Ripe cherry tomatoes
- 20 grams Fresh basil leaves
- 2 cloves Garlic cloves
- 60 milliliters Extra-virgin olive oil
- 125 grams Fresh mozzarella cheese
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
- 50 grams Grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Directions
Step 1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the spaghettini according to the package instructions until al dente, typically about 8-10 minutes. Drain, reserving 1/2 cup of pasta water, and set aside.
Step 2
While the pasta cooks, prepare the Checca sauce. In a food processor or blender, combine the cherry tomatoes, fresh basil leaves, garlic cloves, and extra-virgin olive oil. Pulse until the mixture is roughly blended and chunky, not entirely smooth.
Step 3
Season the sauce with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Set the sauce aside to allow the flavors to meld.
Step 4
Cut the fresh mozzarella cheese into small cubes (about 1 cm pieces) and set aside.
Step 5
Once the pasta is cooked and drained, place it in a large serving bowl. Pour the Checca sauce over the pasta and toss well to coat. If the mixture needs to loosen up, add a splash of the reserved pasta water, a tablespoon at a time.
Step 6
Gently fold in the cubed mozzarella, ensuring it is evenly distributed throughout the pasta.
Step 7
Serve immediately, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1018.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1837.2 |
| Total Fat 105.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 36.0g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 138.2mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3929.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 147.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 12.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 16.0g | |
| Protein 73.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1299.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 4.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1262.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories