Best 3 Easy One Pot Caprese Pasta Recipes

Caprese pasta is a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines the classic flavors of caprese salad with the convenience of a one-pot pasta. This delicious meal is made with fresh cherry tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, aromatic basil, and tender pasta, all cooked together in a single pot. The result is a hearty and satisfying dish that is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. This article features three variations of this classic recipe: a traditional caprese pasta, a sun-dried tomato and pesto caprese pasta, and a creamy avocado caprese pasta. Each recipe includes step-by-step instructions and helpful tips to ensure a perfect result every time. Whether you're a seasoned home cook or a beginner in the kitchen, you'll find the perfect caprese pasta recipe to suit your taste and skill level.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

EASY ONE-POT CAPRESE PASTA

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Simple pasta with cherry tomatoes, light cheese, and basil

Provided by Brooke Griffin

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

12 ounces whole wheat rigatoni (I like Barilla)
1 (28-oz.) can crushed tomatoes with basil (I like Hunt's)
4 light string cheese sticks (I like Sargento), cut into 1/2-inch pieces
2 (10-oz.) container grape tomatoes, halved
1/2 small onion, diced
About 12 fresh basil leaves
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
About 6 fresh basil leaves, chopped, for garnish (optional)
6 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese (I like Sargento Artisan Blends), for garnish (optional)

Steps:

In a large pot, combine 3 cups of water, the pasta, crushed tomatoes, cheese pieces, grape tomatoes, onion, basil, garlic, salt, and pepper and stir to combine.
Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce to a simmer and cook uncovered until the pasta has softened, 25 to 30 minutes. Much of the water will boil out.
Serve drizzled with balsamic vinegar. If desired, garnish with chopped basil and Parmesan.

ONE-TRAY CAPRESE PASTA RECIPE BY TASTY

One-Tray Caprese Pasta Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: pasta, onion, marinara sauce, fresh basil, salt, pepper, mozzarella cheese

Provided by Merle O'Neal

Categories Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

2 cups pasta, cooked al dente
¾ cup onion, chopped
1 cup marinara sauce
⅓ cup fresh basil, chopped
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
mozzarella cheese, optional

Steps:

Preheat oven to 400ºF (200ºC).
Take two sheets of aluminum foil (about 12x12-inch, 30x30 cm) and stack them on top of each other.
Fold one side of the foil about ⅓ of the way across sheet, repeat for opposite side.
Pinch the corner to form a point and then flatten it to the short side of the foil, forming a raised corner. Repeat for all four sides, and make four of these.
Add all of the ingredients to one of the foil boats, then stir.
Bake for 12 minutes.
Allow to cool for 10 minutes.
Eat or pack into tupperware and refrigerate 3-5 days.
Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 673 calories, Carbohydrate 137 grams, Fat 2 grams, Fiber 8 grams, Protein 23 grams, Sugar 11 grams

ONE-POT CAPRESE PASTA

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This dish tastes just like your favorite summer salad, only heartier. If you haven't tried a one-pot pasta yet, do: It's a great timesaving trick. Place all the ingredients in the pot together, add enough water and simmer. The noodles and sauce cook together, which means this dinner is ready in just 15 minutes. Stirring in the fresh mozzarella after the pasta has finished cooking creates an almost instant cream sauce, coating each noodle with a hint of cheese.

Provided by Food Network

Categories main-dish

Time 25m

Yield 5 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

3 cups chopped tomatoes (fresh is best, but you can use diced canned tomatoes)
1 pound whole-wheat spaghetti
4 cups water
2 cloves garlic, chopped
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon olive oil
1/2 cup packed fresh basil leaves, plus more for garnish, roughly torn
1 cup shredded mozzarella
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Shaved Parmesan cheese, optional

Steps:

Place the tomatoes, spaghetti, water, garlic, red pepper flakes, oregano and oil in a stockpot and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 10 to 12 minutes, until the pasta is al dente, stirring occasionally.
Once the pasta is cooked, remove the pot from heat and stir in the basil, mozzarella and salt and pepper to taste. Serve with Parmesan if using.

Tips:

Use fresh, ripe tomatoes for the best flavor.
If you don't have balsamic vinegar, you can substitute red wine vinegar or lemon juice.
To make the pasta more flavorful, you can add a tablespoon of pesto sauce to the cooking water.
If you're using fresh basil, add it to the pasta at the very end of cooking so that it doesn't wilt.
Serve the pasta immediately, topped with fresh mozzarella cheese and basil.

Conclusion:

This easy one-pot Caprese pasta is a quick and delicious meal that's perfect for a busy weeknight. It's also a great way to use up fresh tomatoes and basil from your garden. With its vibrant flavors and simple ingredients, this pasta dish is sure to become a family favorite.