Description
TikTok Spaghetti is a viral sensation that combines simple, fresh ingredients into a creamy, flavorful dish. Featuring al dente spaghetti tossed with blistered cherry tomatoes, aromatic garlic, and rich Parmesan cheese, this recipe is perfect for cozy dinners or quick weeknight meals. Impress guests or enjoy it solo—either way, TikTok Spaghetti will have everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- ¼ cup fresh basil leaves, torn
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Boil the pasta: In a large pot of salted water, cook spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente (about 8 minutes). Reserve ½ cup of pasta water before draining.
- 2. Sauté ingredients: In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 30 seconds). Add halved cherry tomatoes and cook until blistered (about 5 minutes).
- 3. Combine flavors: Add drained spaghetti to the skillet with tomatoes and garlic. Toss together, adding reserved pasta water if needed for moisture.
- 4. Finish the dish: Remove from heat and stir in grated Parmesan cheese and torn basil leaves until well combined.
- 5. Serve immediately: Plate your TikTok Spaghetti and drizzle with extra olive oil if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 15mg