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Spaghetti With Sun Dried Tomatoes

February 16, 2018 by Marisa 56 Comments

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A simple yet delicious dish, Spaghetti with Sun Dried Tomatoes comes together in just under 30 minutes. It makes an ideal meal that’s perfect for busy week nights. But, also elegant enough for those special occasions.

Spaghetti with Sun Dried Tomatoes

Sun Dried Tomato Pasta

I turn to this sun dried tomato pasta dish over and over again to satisfy a quick carbohydrate fix.

All you’ll need are a few simple pantry ingredients to transform into a last minute meal that you can prepare in less time than it takes to cook the spaghetti.

You’ll want to start by bringing a large pot of water to a roaring boil. Once the pasta water has come to a boil, add in the salt followed by your pasta into the salted water.

While the pasta cooks, it’s time to start the quick sun dried tomato sauce!

And this pasta sauce simply consists of a quick sauté of some minced garlic, dried chilli peppers, chopped sun dried tomatoes. Then it’s tossed with the cooked and drained pasta.

A generous sprinkle of Parmesan love and parsley is all that’s needed to finish the pasta dish.

You’ll find it super easy to put together and packs a load of flavour!

It’s simple and yet elegant enough that you can present it as a gourmet meal!

Paired with a salad, you’ll have a complete meal in just under 30 minutes making it ideal for those hectic weeknights when your juggling chores and the kids homework.

Sun dried tomatoes, garlic, parsley and spaghetti ingredients in a skillet.

Other use for sun dried tomatoes

Sun dried tomatoes are one of my all time favourite pantry condiment because of their sweet concentrated flavours and I always keep a jar around to enjoy all year round.

There are endless possibilities for oil packed sun dried tomatoes. Here are some of mine!

  • Spread some goat cheese over crostini and top each with a sun dried tomato to serve as appetizers
  • They’re also wonderful to use as a topping for focaccia bread
  • Or simply layer them in your panini for extra flavour

Sun dried tomatoes with spaghetti in a black skillet

Of course it goes without saying and I probably am starting to sound like a broken record but with so few ingredients in this pasta dish, a good quality extra-virgin olive oil is always essential!

A forkful of spaghetti twirled around a fork.

Go ahead and make some Spaghetti with Sun Dried Tomatoes tonight, I’m sure you’ll love it!

Buon Appetito !

If you make this recipe remember to tag @marisasitaliankitchen on Instagram so I can see your creation!

Spaghetti with Sun Dried Tomatoes
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Spaghetti With Sun Dried Tomatoes

A simple yet delicious dish, Spaghetti with Sun Dried Tomatoes comes together in under 30 minutes making it an ideal meal that is perfect for busy week nights but also elegant enough for special occasions.
Course supper
Cuisine Italian
Keyword 30 minute meal, pasta, Spaghetti, sundried tomatoes
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Servings 4 to 6
Calories 446kcal
Author Marisa

Ingredients

  • 454 grams of spaghetti
  • 6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 4 cloves minced garlic
  • 1/4 tsp chili flakes
  • salt and pepper to your taste
  • 1 ½ cups oil packed sun-dried tomatoes drained and chopped
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  • Fill a large sauce pan with cold water, bring to a boil and then add in the salt and spaghetti.
  • Cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions or until al dente.
  • A few minutes before the spaghetti is ready, add the oil in a large pan and heat on low.
  • Add the minced garlic, the chili flakes, salt and pepper to your taste and cook on low heat for about 3 minutes while stirring frequently taking care not to burn the garlic.
  • Stir in the sun-dried tomatoes just until heated through and then remove from the heat.
  • Drain the pasta and add it to the pan with the sun-dried tomatoes.
  • Toss the pasta to coat all over with the sauce.
  • Add the parsley and then transfer to a serving platter.
  • Sprinkle with the Parmesan cheese and serve while still warm.

Nutrition

Calories: 446kcal | Carbohydrates: 87g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 20mg | Potassium: 265mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 37IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 27mg | Iron: 1mg
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Filed Under: Pasta, Soups Pasta Sauces Tagged With: Italian Food, pasta, spaghetti, sun-dried tomatoes, supper

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  1. blankPeachyTales

    August 24, 2015 at 2:20 pm

    So tasty and i love sun dried tomatoes! Great dish here love x

    Reply
    • blankMarisa's Italian Kitchen

      August 24, 2015 at 4:41 pm

      Thank-you so much ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
  2. blankCARMIE

    August 24, 2015 at 3:16 pm

    OH MY GOD!!!!!! MARISA ,MY FAVORITE MEAL, A PERFECT COMBINATION FITS RIGHT INTO MY QUICK AND FAVORITE DISHES!!!! TKU GOD BLESS YOU, EXCELLANT BLOGS AND RECIPES!!!!!!XXOXOXOXOXO

    Reply
    • blankMarisa's Italian Kitchen

      August 24, 2015 at 4:42 pm

      Thank-you my dear Carmie. God bless you and stay well ๐Ÿ™‚ xoxo

      Reply
  3. blankTasty Eats Ronit Penso

    August 24, 2015 at 3:35 pm

    Nothing like these simple yet complex flavors, and so beautifully presented! ๐Ÿ™‚

    If interested, check my blog for oven dried cherry tomatoes. I think you’ll like them, especially in this dish. ๐Ÿ™‚

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    • blankMarisa's Italian Kitchen

      August 24, 2015 at 4:49 pm

      Hi Ronit, I actually do remember your oven dried tomatoes post. I believe I even commented on it ๐Ÿ™‚ When I went foraging for cherry tomatoes in my dad’s garden I actually had your recipe in mind, however my hubby beat me to them. He popped them in his mouth like popcorn. I didn’t have the heart to tell him they were for my spaghetti post. lol ๐Ÿ™‚ I will have to come up with a different recipe to feature your oven dried tomatoes !

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      • blankTasty Eats Ronit Penso

        August 24, 2015 at 5:06 pm

        Sorry, Marissa, for my memory-challenged brain…
        What a funny story about your husband! I totally understand him though – who can resist such fresh cherry tomatoes…
        Looking forward to your next recipes. ๐Ÿ™‚

      • blankMarisa's Italian Kitchen

        August 24, 2015 at 10:29 pm

        Quite all right Ronit ๐Ÿ™‚ And thank-you! Yes my husband is a man made eating machine..lol ๐Ÿ™‚

      • blankTasty Eats Ronit Penso

        August 24, 2015 at 11:44 pm

        lol Actually, an eating machine is the best thing for anyone who loves to cook! ๐Ÿ™‚

      • blankMarisa's Italian Kitchen

        August 25, 2015 at 2:42 am

        lol Yes, so right! ๐Ÿ™‚

  4. blankLynz Real Cooking

    August 24, 2015 at 7:15 pm

    Oh my this looks amazing and I am sure it is!! yumm

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    • blankMarisa's Italian Kitchen

      August 24, 2015 at 10:27 pm

      Thank-you Lynz, it really is quite yummy ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
      • blankLynz Real Cooking

        August 24, 2015 at 10:28 pm

        It looks so good! I have to try it and I like the sun dried tomatoes!

      • blankMarisa's Italian Kitchen

        August 24, 2015 at 10:38 pm

        Do let me know how it turns out Lynz ๐Ÿ™‚

      • blankLynz Real Cooking

        August 24, 2015 at 10:41 pm

        I will!

  5. blankFourth Generation Farmgirl

    August 24, 2015 at 9:26 pm

    This looks so flavorful. Lovely photos. ๐Ÿ™‚

    Reply
    • blankMarisa's Italian Kitchen

      August 24, 2015 at 10:26 pm

      Thank-you so much ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
  6. blankLili

    August 25, 2015 at 12:00 am

    Wow! It looks so delcious and beautiful too! Yum…! ๐Ÿ™‚

    Reply
    • blankMarisa's Italian Kitchen

      August 25, 2015 at 2:46 am

      Thank-you Lili ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
  7. blankLina

    August 25, 2015 at 1:30 am

    This looks fab! Can’t wait to try it:)

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    • blankMarisa's Italian Kitchen

      August 25, 2015 at 2:46 am

      Thank-you Lina ๐Ÿ™‚ Enjoy!

      Reply
  8. blankMarisa's Italian Kitchen

    August 25, 2015 at 2:37 am

    Thank-you Lili ๐Ÿ™‚

    Reply
  9. blankOnce Upon a Spice

    August 25, 2015 at 4:30 am

    Incredible, Marisa! Gorgeous presentation as well…

    Reply
    • blankMarisa's Italian Kitchen

      August 25, 2015 at 4:42 am

      Thank-you Lana ๐Ÿ™‚ Incredibly simple!

      Reply
      • blankOnce Upon a Spice

        August 25, 2015 at 12:42 pm

        I have to make this, Marisa…your recipes & photos are calling out to me!

      • blankMarisa's Italian Kitchen

        August 25, 2015 at 11:08 pm

        Enjoy Lana !!! ๐Ÿ™‚

  10. blanklapetitepaniere

    August 26, 2015 at 4:00 am

    I’m a pasta lover and your plate looks so tempting, Marisa! ๐Ÿ™‚

    Reply
    • blankMarisa's Italian Kitchen

      August 26, 2015 at 12:35 pm

      Thank-you my dear. We are huge pasta lovers in my family as well ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
  11. blankWhat's Bec Cooking

    August 26, 2015 at 5:45 am

    This looks amazing Marisa. I love simple but delicious dishes ๐Ÿ™‚
    I love your photos too….so beautiful ๐Ÿ™‚

    Reply
    • blankMarisa's Italian Kitchen

      August 26, 2015 at 12:19 pm

      We too are pasta lovers…thank-you so much my dear ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
  12. blankchef mimi

    August 26, 2015 at 2:51 pm

    I love the simplicity of Italian cuisine. It’s all about quality, flavor, and texture. Lovely photos!

    Reply
    • blankMarisa's Italian Kitchen

      August 26, 2015 at 4:09 pm

      I so agree…thanks for visiting and the follow ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
  13. blankLinda

    August 26, 2015 at 11:57 pm

    This is a staple spaghetti dish in our house too! So easy and so tasty! And so quick too! Thanks for sharing ๐Ÿ™‚

    Reply
    • blankMarisa's Italian Kitchen

      August 27, 2015 at 2:07 am

      Hi Linda, quick and easy is always a plus. ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
  14. blankitalyonmymind

    August 28, 2015 at 7:34 am

    I loves your spaghetti stack – I can never get mine to turn on my fork quite like that – looks very pretty

    Reply
    • blankitalyonmymind

      August 28, 2015 at 7:35 am

      meant to write “love” (the keyboard got away from me…)

      Reply
      • blankMarisa's Italian Kitchen

        August 28, 2015 at 10:37 pm

        lol….yes done that a couple of times myself ๐Ÿ™‚ Have a wonderful day!

    • blankMarisa's Italian Kitchen

      August 28, 2015 at 10:36 pm

      Thank-you so much! It really is quite easier than it looks ๐Ÿ™‚ I will try to put up a video with this very simple technique.

      Reply
  15. blankdulce

    August 30, 2015 at 4:21 pm

    I also use dry tomatoes for a quick pasta dish. Love the presentation on the dish Marisa!!!

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    • blankMarisa's Italian Kitchen

      August 31, 2015 at 2:30 am

      Thank-you Dulce ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
  16. blankmilkandbun

    October 7, 2015 at 3:24 pm

    I adore pasta and sun-dried tomatoes, so it’s the perfect dish for me!
    And I do like your photos-stunning!

    Reply
    • blankMarisa's Italian Kitchen

      October 7, 2015 at 10:11 pm

      Ah!!! Thank-you so much…it really is quite delicious ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
  17. blanklindaravello

    October 10, 2015 at 4:41 pm

    How DO you get your pasta to stand to attention like that – looks scrummy

    Reply
    • blankMarisa's Italian Kitchen

      October 10, 2015 at 7:00 pm

      Hi Linda….take the largest spoon you have and a 2 prong fork. Scoop up with the fork and start twirling the pasta in the large spoon and then with gentle nudge slide it onto your plate…et voila! ๐Ÿ™‚ Hope it helps !

      Reply
  18. blankDanielaApostol

    November 1, 2015 at 9:07 pm

    Delicious! I love the pictures, they are great! ?

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    • blankMarisa's Italian Kitchen

      November 2, 2015 at 1:22 am

      Thank-you so much ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
  19. blankmilkandbun

    May 17, 2016 at 3:21 pm

    It is a perfect dish for me, Marisa! ๐Ÿ˜€ I do love both pasta and sun-dried tomatoes, can eat them few times a week! ๐Ÿ˜€

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    • blankMarisa

      May 17, 2016 at 11:02 pm

      Am glad to hear!! This is one recipe I adore for it’s simplicity and amazing taste?

      Reply
  20. blankanotherfoodieblogger

    February 16, 2018 at 11:48 am

    What a gorgeous and easy dish! I’m glad you reposted, it appears this one is before I started following you. ๐Ÿ™‚

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    • blankMarisa

      February 16, 2018 at 5:45 pm

      Thanks Kathryn! Itโ€™s been a while that Iโ€™ve wanted to redo the photos of one of my favourite dishes and this is one recipe I turn to again and again?

      Reply
  21. blankannika

    February 17, 2018 at 9:35 am

    Love these simple pasta dishes you make!

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    • blankMarisa

      February 18, 2018 at 8:33 am

      Easy stress free pasta dishes are my go to when short on time and this dish packs lots of flavour! Thanks Annika ?

      Reply
  22. blankKaren

    February 22, 2018 at 11:00 am

    Just like something you would get in Italy. Love your presentation.

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    • blankMarisa

      February 22, 2018 at 11:20 pm

      Thank you Karen and its so easy to make in your own kitchen and equally fun to plate!

      Reply
  23. blankbrittany Dube

    November 22, 2020 at 7:27 pm

    5 stars
    how much is one servung with this recipie?

    Reply
    • blankMarisa

      November 22, 2020 at 7:35 pm

      Brittany it makes 4 very generous portions but you can stretch it to 6 smaller portions if your serving a multiple course meal!

      Reply

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