Lighter dinner options

After a few nights of rather heavy meals both my husband and I really enjoy eating lighter options. For me it is all about a healthy balance, I would never completely give up dishes like curry or sausages and mash, I just know that I have to also make sure I include much lighter options like grilled fish or like today's recipe Charred Grape Tomatoes and Basil over Pasta.

Charred Grape Tomatoes and Basil over Pasta

1 pint grape tomatoes
2 Tbsp olive oil
1/4 teaspoon sea salt flakes
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
250g (1/2 lb) dried fettuccine or tagliatelle pasta
1/2 c. onion, diced
1 teaspoon chopped garlic
1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, julienned
1/4 cup grated Grana Padano or Parmesan cheese

Adapted from Delish.com

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
Meanwhile, heat broiler. Toss tomatoes on a baking sheet with sides with 1 Tbsp of the oil, salt, and pepper.

Broil 6 to 8 inches from heat, shaking baking sheet once or twice until the tomatoes char and the skins split, about 10 minutes.

Add pasta to boiling water and cook according to package directions, until al dente (tender yet still firm to the bite).

Meanwhile, in a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook onions and garlic in the remaining oil until they are translucent and soft, about 6 minutes. Stir in charred tomatoes, reduce heat to medium, and cook 5 minutes longer, stirring sauce a few times.


Drain pasta; transfer to a large serving bowl and toss with tomato mixture, basil, and grated cheese.