Spaghetti with Roasted Tomatoes and Garlic

Ingredients

• 8 ounces wheat spaghetti
• 2 cups cherry tomatoes
• 6 whole garlic
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 cup basil
• 1 tablespoon nutritional yeast
• 1 tablespoon pine nuts
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

1. 1Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. 2Toss the cherry tomatoes and whole garlic cloves with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and spread them out on a baking sheet.
3. 3Roast in the oven for 20-25 minutes until the tomatoes are burst and garlic is soft.
4. 4Cook the whole wheat spaghetti according to package instructions in a large pot of salted boiling water, then drain.
5. 5Remove the roasted garlic cloves from their skins and mash with a fork.
6. 6In a large skillet, heat the remaining tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the mashed garlic and cook for 1 minute.
7. 7Add the roasted tomatoes to the skillet, crushing them slightly to release their juices.
8. 8Toss the cooked spaghetti with the tomato and garlic mixture in the skillet. Mix well to ensure the pasta is evenly coated.
9. 9Stir in the nutritional yeast, pine nuts, and lemon zest. Season with sea salt and black pepper to taste.
10. 10Serve the spaghetti garnished with fresh basil leaves.
11. 11Enjoy a heart-healthy Mediterranean dish that is both nourishing and flavorful.