Linguine With Tomatoes & Goat Cheese

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 17

Linguine With Tomatoes & Goat Cheese Recipe

by The Chefin Pasta

Prep

5 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

15 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

2-3

Calories

437

Sugar

Fat

18g

This Linguine with Tomatoes & Goat Cheese recipe is a delicious and satisfying pasta dish that can be whipped up in minutes with just a handful of ingredients. The juicy and sweet cherry tomatoes combine with the salty and savory flavors of the olives and capers, while the tangy goat cheese provides a creamy and rich finish. This recipe is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a weekend lunch with friends, and it's sure to be a hit with pasta lovers and vegetarians alike.

Instructions

1.	Cook the linguine in boiling salted water according to package instructions until al dente.
2.	In a large bowl, combine the cherry tomatoes, green olives, capers, and basil.
3.	Once the pasta is cooked, drain it and immediately add it to the bowl with the tomato mixture, tossing to combine.
4.	Crumble the goat cheese over the pasta and season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately.

PROS

This pasta dish is quick and easy to make, with a burst of flavor from the tomatoes, olives, and capers.

It’s also a vegetarian-friendly option that can be adapted to suit different dietary needs.

CONS

Some people may find the tanginess of the goat cheese overwhelming, and it is a relatively high-fat ingredient.

Also, the dish may benefit from the addition of a protein source for a more balanced meal.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Tomatoes are a good source of vitamins A and C, as well as potassium.
Olives are high in heart-healthy monounsaturated fats and contain antioxidants.
Capers are a good source of vitamin K and may have anti-inflammatory properties.
Goat cheese is lower in calories and fat than many other cheeses, and it provides protein and calcium.

	7 ounces linguine
	8 ounces cherry tomatoes , halved
	8 green olives , halved
	1 tablespoon capers , rinsed
	1 ounce basil , roughly chopped
	2 ounces goat cheese
	salt and pepper