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Easy No-Cook Pantry Pasta Recipe with Artichokes and Sun-Dried Tomatoes for Quick Delicious Meals

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A quick and flavorful no-cook pasta dish using pantry staples like marinated artichokes and sun-dried tomatoes, perfect for busy evenings or light meals.

Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces (225 grams) dry pasta (penne or fusilli recommended)
  • 1 jar (about 14 ounces / 400 grams) marinated artichoke hearts, drained and roughly chopped
  • ½ cup (about 75 grams) sun-dried tomatoes, finely sliced (packed in oil)
  • ¼ cup (60 ml) extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, finely minced
  • 2 tablespoons (30 ml) freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • ½ cup (50 grams) grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
  • A handful of fresh basil leaves, torn (optional)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add 8 ounces (225 g) of pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 9-11 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
  2. Drain the pasta and rinse briefly under cold water to stop cooking and cool it down (about 1 minute).
  3. In a large bowl, mix ¼ cup (60 ml) extra virgin olive oil, 2 finely minced garlic cloves, and 2 tablespoons (30 ml) freshly squeezed lemon juice. Whisk gently to combine.
  4. Chop 1 jar (14 oz/400 g) of marinated artichoke hearts roughly and slice ½ cup (75 g) sun-dried tomatoes thinly. Toss these into the olive oil mixture.
  5. Add the drained, cooled pasta to the bowl with the sauce and toss gently but thoroughly to coat every piece.
  6. Stir in ½ cup (50 g) grated Parmesan cheese and a handful of torn fresh basil leaves if using. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
  7. Let the pasta sit for 5 minutes before serving to allow flavors to marry. Serve slightly chilled or at room temperature.

Notes

Rinse pasta after cooking to prevent overcooking and mushiness. Use good quality olive oil for best flavor. Finely chop sun-dried tomatoes to distribute flavor evenly. Adjust salt carefully due to briny artichokes. Let pasta rest before serving to meld flavors. Add extra olive oil or artichoke marinade if pasta feels dry. Optional toppings include toasted pine nuts or chopped walnuts.

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Keywords: no-cook pasta, pantry pasta, artichokes, sun-dried tomatoes, quick pasta recipe, easy dinner, vegetarian pasta, no stove cooking

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