Spaghetti with cherry tomatoes, olives and capers, a quick flavorful pasta dish with pantry ingredients and few steps. This page explains not only quantities and steps, but also the choices that make the result more reliable.
Recipe facts
Details
- Prep: 8 min
- Cook: 17 min
- Servings: 2 servings
- Difficulty: Easy
- Cost: €
Nutrition (per serving)
- Calories: 520 kcal
- Protein: 15 g
- Carbs: 78 g
- of which sugars: 7 g
- Fat: 16 g
- of which saturates: 2 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Sodium: 610 mg
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Indicative values only. This does not replace medical advice.
Ingredients (2 servings)
- 180 g spaghetti
- 250 g cherry tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons black olives
- 1 tablespoon rinsed capers
- 1 garlic clove
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Parsley or basil
- Salt and pepper
- Chili, optional
Quick method
- Bring water to a boil and salt moderately.
- Heat oil and garlic, then add halved cherry tomatoes.
- Cook for 8-10 minutes, then add olives and capers.
- Cook spaghetti al dente and transfer to the sauce.
- Finish with a little pasta water, fresh herbs and pepper.
Why this recipe works
This pasta solves dinner with pantry ingredients while still tasting fresh and focused.
The recipe is designed for a home kitchen, with accessible ingredients and realistic timing.
The most important step
Salt the pasta water carefully because olives and capers already bring a lot of seasoning.
Small details such as moisture, temperature and timing matter more when a recipe uses only a few ingredients.
Choosing ingredients
Use fresh ingredients and avoid products that are too watery or already heavily seasoned. A simple recipe makes the quality of each component more visible.
Practical organization
Prepare ingredients before starting and keep the work area ordered. This makes the process calmer and reduces mistakes.
Mistakes to avoid
Do not skip resting, draining or cooling steps. Also avoid adding too much seasoning before tasting.
Sensible variations
Change one element at a time and keep the original balance. The best substitutions preserve the same function and texture.
How to serve it
Serve at the right temperature and finish with fresh herbs, pepper or citrus only when they genuinely improve the dish.
Storage
Store covered in the fridge for one or two days depending on the ingredients. Refresh crunchy elements in the oven or pan when possible.
Nutrition note
The nutrition values are approximate and do not replace advice from a doctor, dietitian or nutritionist.
Why save it
This recipe is worth saving because it has a concrete role in everyday cooking and can be repeated without special shopping.