VERMICELLI WITH FRESH HERB-TOMATO SAUCE

Vermicelli with Fresh Herb-Tomato Sauce image

A fresh tomato sauce is the perfect topping for pasta. This version gets zesty flavor from lemon peel, along with traditional fresh basil and other herbs and seasonings.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories Entree

Time 20m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

7 oz uncooked vermicelli
3 medium tomatoes, seeded, chopped (about 2 cups)
1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese (2 oz)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon finely grated lemon peel
1/8 teaspoon coarse ground black pepper
1 clove garlic, minced

Steps:

Cook and drain vermicelli as directed on package.
Meanwhile, in large bowl, mix remaining ingredients.
Gently stir cooked vermicelli into tomato mixture to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 260, Carbohydrate 35 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 10 g, SaturatedFat 2 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 580 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 0 g