Spaghetti with Grated Tomato Sauce

Name: Spaghetti with Grated Tomato Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 4 - 5 serving(s)
Ingredients: 1 lb. spaghetti; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper; 1/4 c. olive oil; 2 cloves garlic, chopped; 2 1/2 lb. red heirloom tomatoes, grated on the large holes of a box grater, skins discarded; 2 sprigs basil, plus more for serving; Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving

Sweet grated tomatoes, garlic, olive oil, and Parmesan create a light, no-fuss pasta sauce that lets peak-season tomatoes shine.

By Charlyne MattoxPublished: Jul 19, 2026

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Spaghetti topped with marinara sauce, fresh basil, and grated cheese in a decorative bowl on a patterned tablecloth.

Becky Luigart-Stayner for Country Living

Yields:

4 - 5 serving(s)

Prep Time:

15 mins

Total Time:

15 mins

When your garden—or farmers’ market—is overflowing with ripe tomatoes, this simple spaghetti is the recipe you'll come back to again and again. Grating fresh tomatoes creates a silky, vibrant sauce that comes together in minutes with pantry staples like garlic, olive oil, and pasta. The result is a fresh, flavorful dinner that's perfect for warm summer evenings when you want something delicious without spending hours in the kitchen.

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Ingredients

1 lb. spaghetti
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup olive oil
2 cloves garlic, chopped
2 1/2 lb. red heirloom tomatoes, grated on the large holes of a box grater, skins discarded
2 sprigs basil, plus more for serving
Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving

Directions

1. Step 1Cook spaghetti in a large pot of salted water until al dente; drain. Set aside.
2. Step 2Meanwhile, heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Increase heat to medium-high and add tomatoes and basil. Season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, just until warmed through, 2 to 3 minutes. Add spaghetti and toss to coat.
3. Step 3Serve immediately, topped with Parmesan and basil.