Spaghetti with Heirloom Tomatoes, Olives, and Herbs

Preparation info
  • Makes

    2

    Servings; Can be Doubled
    • Difficulty

      Easy

Appears in
Weeknight Gluten Free

By Kristine Kidd

Published 2013

  • About

When this uncooked tomato sauce hits the hot pasta, it creates an explosion of summery flavor and fragrance. Use your favorite heirloom varieties, like purple Cherokees, Brandywine, and Sungold cherry tomatoes.

Ingredients

  • Ripe heirloom tomatoes, 1 lb (500 g), cored, halved, seeded, chopped
  • Heirloom cherry tomatoes, such as Sung

Method

  1. In a medium bowl, mix the tomatoes, cherry tomatoes, herbs, olives, oil, shallot, and vinegar. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  2. Add the pasta to a large pot of salted water, and stir well. Cook, stirring frequently, until al dente, about 8 minutes. Drain well and place in a warmed pasta bowl. Add the tomato mixture and toss to combine. Gently mix in the ch