{"id":33222,"date":"2022-06-20T16:10:17","date_gmt":"2022-06-20T20:10:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thebusyfoodie.com\/?p=33222"},"modified":"2022-06-20T16:10:17","modified_gmt":"2022-06-20T20:10:17","slug":"bruschetta-pasta","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/staging.thebusyfoodie.com\/index.php\/2022\/06\/20\/bruschetta-pasta\/","title":{"rendered":"Easy Bruschetta Pasta"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"has-background wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"background-color:#f9a72b\"><strong>Bruschetta pasta <\/strong>is the perfect way to bring the freshness of summer into your kitchen. This simple no-cook pasta sauce is great when you need a break from cooking.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/thebusyfoodie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Bruschetta-Pasta-Recipe-4.jpg\" alt=\"Eating a bowl of Bruschetta pasta with chopped tomatoes and fresh basil. \" class=\"wp-image-33227\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Bruschetta Pasta: A Simple Summer Meal<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Bruschetta pasta is one of my absolute favorite summer dinners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I don&#8217;t know about you, but I&#8217;m all about easy, fresh meals that taste like I spent all day making them. That&#8217;s why I love this bruschetta pasta so much. At it&#8217;s core, it&#8217;s a simple dish with fresh tomatoes and basil. But once you dress it up with Parmesan cheese and balsamic vinegar, it&#8217;s absolutely delicious.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It only takes a few minutes to throw together, but you&#8217;ll feel like a gourmet chef when you sit down to eat.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-70f3d7d2\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" height=\"1em\" width=\"1em\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M478.21 334.093L336 256l142.21-78.093c11.795-6.477 15.961-21.384 9.232-33.037l-19.48-33.741c-6.728-11.653-21.72-15.499-33.227-8.523L296 186.718l3.475-162.204C299.763 11.061 288.937 0 275.48 0h-38.96c-13.456 0-24.283 11.061-23.994 24.514L216 186.718 77.265 102.607c-11.506-6.976-26.499-3.13-33.227 8.523l-19.48 33.741c-6.728 11.653-2.562 26.56 9.233 33.037L176 256 33.79 334.093c-11.795 6.477-15.961 21.384-9.232 33.037l19.48 33.741c6.728 11.653 21.721 15.499 33.227 8.523L216 325.282l-3.475 162.204C212.237 500.939 223.064 512 236.52 512h38.961c13.456 0 24.283-11.061 23.995-24.514L296 325.282l138.735 84.111c11.506 6.976 26.499 3.13 33.227-8.523l19.48-33.741c6.728-11.653 2.563-26.559-9.232-33.036z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"has-text-align-center has-text-color wp-block-heading\" style=\"color:#0071a1\"><a><a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">What you\u2019ll love about this bruschetta pasta recipe:\u00a0<\/a><\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><strong><strong>No-Cook Sauce:&nbsp;<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong>Mix up this simple no-cook tomato sauce while the pasta boils.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><strong><strong>Loads of Fresh Flavor: <\/strong><\/strong><\/strong>Juicy summer tomatoes and fresh basil are key to giving this pasta loads of summer flavor.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><strong><strong>Great for Meal Prep: <\/strong><\/strong><\/strong>Enjoy the leftovers cold as a pasta salad for lunch the next day!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/thebusyfoodie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Bruschetta-Pasta-Recipe-1-2.jpg\" alt=\"A flatlay showing the ingredients needed to make bruschetta pasta, including tomatoes, fresh basil, garlic, pasta, and spices. \" class=\"wp-image-33223\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"ingredients\"><span style=\"\">No-Cook <\/span><strong><strong>Bruschetta Pasta Ingredients<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This easy dinner recipe is essentially just homemade bruschetta topping mixed with penne pasta.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To make it, you&#8217;ll need:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Penne Pasta. <\/strong>My favorite pasta shape! I love its toothy bite and the way the ridges hold the sauce.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Tomatoes. <\/strong>Tomatoes are the star of this dish, so it&#8217;s important to use the best, freshest tomatoes that you can get your hands on. I&#8217;ve made this with everything from homegrown cherry tomatoes to heirloom tomatoes from the farmers market.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Fresh Garlic.<\/strong> Always.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Fresh Basil. <\/strong>There&#8217;s nothing quite like the flavor of fresh basil. It adds such a vibrant flavor to this pasta!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Dried Oregano. <\/strong>A generous pinch of dried oregano gives this recipe extra depth.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Parmesan Cheese.&nbsp;<\/strong>I like using grated parmesan for this recipe. Grate your own, or look for good-quality, freshly grated cheese at the cheese counter (skip the shelf-stable stuff.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Olive Oil.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Balsamic Vinegar.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-not-stacked-on-mobile is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/thebusyfoodie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Bruschetta-Pasta-Recipe-2-2.jpg\" alt=\"Mixing the no-cook tomato sauce for bruschetta pasta. \" class=\"wp-image-33225\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"method\"><strong><strong>How to make this summer pasta recipe<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">First off, bring a big pot of heavily salted water to a boil.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While you&#8217;re waiting for the water to boil, prepare your fresh tomato sauce.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Grab some ripe tomatoes and chop them up. There&#8217;s no need to be a perfectionist here, you&#8217;re just looking for small-ish pieces. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Throw the chopped tomato in a bowl with some olive oil, vinegar, fresh basil, minced garlic, and oregano.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Mix it all up and let the tomatoes marinade while your pasta cooks.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Cook and drain your pasta, then mix it into the bruschetta mixture. The warmth of the pasta with help soften the tomatoes slightly.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Add the balsamic vinegar and Parmesan cheese, then add salt and pepper to taste.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Serve this recipe immediately, or refrigerate it and enjoy as a delicious pasta salad.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This pasta pairs perfectly with a crisp white wine, like pinot grigio, or prosecco.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/thebusyfoodie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Bruschetta-Pasta-Recipe-5.jpg\" alt=\"Sprinkling Parmesan cheese on a bowl of pasta with fresh tomato sauce. \" class=\"wp-image-33228\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"faqs\"><strong><strong>Helpful tips<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Make this recipe even quicker <\/strong>by skipping the penne pasta and serving the bruschetta over raw zucchini noodles.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Add pitted and chopped <strong>kalamata olives<\/strong> for a fresh take on puttanesca.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>For more indulgent flavor, drizzle some <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3ObwAvC\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">balsamic glaze<\/a><\/strong> over your pasta just before serving.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Other simple recipes you might like:<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>One pot <a href=\"https:\/\/thebusyfoodie.com\/cacio-e-pepe-recipe\">cacio e pepe<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/thebusyfoodie.com\/lemon-ricotta-pasta\">One Pot Lemon Ricotta Spaghetti<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/thebusyfoodie.com\/one-pot-creamy-pesto-pasta\">One Pot Creamy Pesto Pasta with Chicken<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/thebusyfoodie.com\/sausage-and-eggplant-pasta\">Sausage and Eggplant One Pot Pasta<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/thebusyfoodie.com\/sausage-and-broccoli-one-pot-pasta\">One Pot Sausage and Broccoli Pasta<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/thebusyfoodie.com\/french-onion-chicken\">Skillet French onion chicken breasts<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/thebusyfoodie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Bruschetta-Pasta-Recipe-1-1200x1800.jpg\" alt=\"Overhead view of a fork digging into a big bowl of pasta with tomatoes and basil. \" class=\"wp-image-33224\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>This bruschetta pasta is the perfect dish to make when you want to impress your friends without having to do much more than chop some tomatoes and basil.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":33227,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"wprm-recipe-roundup-name":"","wprm-recipe-roundup-description":"","_kadence_starter_templates_imported_post":false,"_kad_post_transparent":"","_kad_post_title":"","_kad_post_layout":"","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[33,23,27],"tags":[41],"class_list":["post-33222","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-dinner-recipes","category-recipes","category-stovetop-recipes","tag-30-minute-meal"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/staging.thebusyfoodie.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/33222","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/staging.thebusyfoodie.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/staging.thebusyfoodie.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/staging.thebusyfoodie.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/staging.thebusyfoodie.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=33222"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/staging.thebusyfoodie.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/33222\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/staging.thebusyfoodie.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=33222"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/staging.thebusyfoodie.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=33222"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/staging.thebusyfoodie.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=33222"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}