Summertime Pasta With Tomatoes, Basil & Lemon

1. 1

   Cook spaghetti in boiling salted water until tender. Drain, sprinkle with 1 - 2 Tbsp. olive oil and set aside to cool.

2. 2

   In a medium saucepan, heat olive oil and chopped garlic over medium-low heat until garlic is fragrant and just tender, about 5 minutes. Add tomatoes and their juice and cook about 5 minutes more. Cool to room temperature.

3. 3

   Stack basil leaves, roll tightly and slice into thin ribbons.

4. 4

   In a large bowl, mix spaghetti, tomatoes, lemon juice, zest, basil and black pepper.

5. 5

   Serve at room temperature by itself or as a side dish for grilled fish, shrimp or chicken.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.