Pasta is a versatile dish that can be enjoyed in many different ways. With the right combination of flavors and textures, pasta can be a satisfying and delicious meal. One of our favorites is garden pasta toss, a simple but flavorful dish that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. This healthy and flavorful pasta dish is packed with fresh vegetables, herbs, and a zesty homemade dressing. With its vibrant colors and delicious taste, garden pasta toss is a great way to enjoy the best of the season's harvest.
Here are our top 11 tried and tested recipes!
SUMMER GARDEN PASTA
Provided by Ina Garten
Time 4h20m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Combine the cherry tomatoes, 1/2 cup olive oil, garlic, basil leaves, red pepper flakes, 1 teaspoon salt, and the pepper in a large bowl. Cover with plastic wrap, and set aside at room temperature for about 4 hours.
- Just before you're ready to serve, bring a large pot of water with a splash of olive oil and 2 tablespoons salt to a boil and add the pasta. Cook al dente according to the directions on the package (be careful - it only takes 2 to 3 minutes!). Drain the pasta well and add to the bowl with the cherry tomatoes. Add the cheese and some extra fresh basil leaves and toss well. Serve in big bowls with extra cheese on each serving.
GARDEN VEGETABLE & PASTA TOSS
Fresh garden vegetables bring a homemade taste to this unique low-calorie recipe.
Provided by Land O'Lakes
Categories Vegetable Pasta and noodles Main Course
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Cook linguine according to package directions. Add summer squash and zucchini during last 4 minutes of cooking time. Drain. Return to pan.
- Stir in Light Butter with Canola Oil, fresh dill, lemon juice, salt and pepper. Remove from heat.
- Add tomatoes; toss lightly to coat. Serve with Parmesan cheese, if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 160 calories, Fat 4.5 grams, SaturatedFat grams, Transfat grams, Cholesterol 5 milligrams, Sodium 170 milligrams, Carbohydrate 27 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Sugar grams, Protein 6 grams
GARDEN PASTA SALAD
A zesty pasta recipe, with lots of crunchy vegetables.
Provided by L. Gale
Categories Salad 100+ Pasta Salad Recipes Vegetarian Pasta Salad Recipes
Time 1h30m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Cook pasta in large pot of boiling water until al dente. Rinse under cold water, and drain.
- Mix chopped carrots, celery, cucumber, green pepper, tomatoes, and onion together in large bowl.
- Combine cooled pasta and vegetables together in large bowl. Pour Italian dressing over mixture, add Parmesan cheese and mix well.
- Chill for one hour before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 449.5 calories, Carbohydrate 45.1 g, Cholesterol 3.5 mg, Fat 27.4 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 8.4 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 1539.7 mg, Sugar 10.6 g
SPRING GARDEN PASTA
Press flower petals and snipped herbs between sheets of this easy and excellent homemade pasta dough. Then toss with butter, Parm, and more herbs for a gorgeous pappardelle. Garnish with additional whole flowers and herbs. This Allrecipes Magazine recipe is based on Easy Homemade Pasta Dough by pho1962.
Provided by Allrecipes Magazine
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pasta
Time 45m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Beat flour, eggs, oil, and salt together in a bowl. Add water, 1 teaspoon at a time, until a smooth and very thick dough forms.
- Turn dough out onto a work surface and knead until very smooth, about 10 minutes. Cover; let dough rest for 5 to 10 minutes.
- Divide dough into 8 balls. Roll each into a thin sheet about 18 inches long using a pasta roller or a rolling pin. Sprinkle 1 tablespoon flower petals, 1/4 tablespoon thyme, and 1/4 tablespoon dill on the lengthwise half of each sheet. Fold sheet in half over petals and herbs, then roll again into a thin sheet. Cut into long, 1-inch wide strips using a pizza cutter.
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and boil until tender, 3 to 4 minutes. Drain.
- Toss with Parmesan cheese, butter, lemon zest, and juice. Season with salt and pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 493 calories, Carbohydrate 51.7 g, Cholesterol 178.8 mg, Fat 25.6 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 15.6 g, SaturatedFat 11.2 g, Sodium 910.9 mg, Sugar 0.6 g
VEGETABLE GARDEN PASTA SALAD
Fresh produce is showcased in this salad. My husband, Richard, is not too crazy about plain vegetables, so I came up with this colorful salad. He loves it, and so does our son.-Rhonda Knight, Hecker, Illinois
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the broccoli, carrots, peppers and zucchini. , Drain and rinse pasta in cold water; add to vegetables. Combine salad dressing and mustard; pour over pasta mixture; toss to coat. Refrigerate until serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 239 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 414mg sodium, Carbohydrate 49g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 7g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
GARDEN PASTA WITH BOCCONCINI
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 30m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Make the dressing: Bring a small saucepan of water to a boil; add the garlic and cook 2 minutes. Remove the garlic and place in a blender with the cherry tomatoes, vinegar and basil; puree until smooth. With the motor running, add the olive oil in a slow, steady stream and blend until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
- Make the salad: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook until al dente (about 2 minutes less than the label directs). Drain and rinse under cool water; shake off the excess. Transfer the pasta to a bowl and toss with the dressing.
- Shave the zucchini into strips with a vegetable peeler or mandoline; halve the strips crosswise and add to the pasta. Add the tomatoes, bocconcini, pine nuts and basil and toss. Season with salt and pepper. Serve immediately or refrigerate, covered, up to 6 hours. (Bring to room temperature before serving.)
CREAMY GARDEN SPAGHETTI
I spent 14 years preparing meals in restaurants, but now I just cook to entertain family and friends. I've always liked the versatility of pasta. This cheesy vegetable noodle dish is one of my grandmother's favorites, so I make it often when we get together. -Karrie Fimbres Sparks, Nevada
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In a large skillet, saute the broccoli, zucchini, mushrooms and carrot in oil until crisp-tender. Remove from the heat and set aside., Cook spaghetti according to package directions. In a large saucepan, saute onion and garlic in butter until tender. Stir in the flour, bouillon and thyme until blended; gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened., Reduce heat to low; stir in cheeses until melted. Add the vegetables; cook until heated through. Drain spaghetti; Add to vegetable mixture; toss to coat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 512 calories, Fat 20g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 52mg cholesterol, Sodium 492mg sodium, Carbohydrate 61g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 22g protein.
GARDEN PASTA SALAD
This is the perfect name for this pasta salad because with all the fresh veggies it literally tastes like summer. There are so many textures and flavors going on. Ham adds a little heartiness while peas add a pop of sweetness. The two types of cheese pair perfectly with the light and tangy Italian dressing. If you're making this ahead of time, we suggest not adding the lettuce until you're ready to serve or it will get soggy. Serve this as a side or a light lunch.
Provided by Laura Yoder @lkyoder34
Categories Pasta Salads
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Cook and drain pasta. Add it to a large mixing bowl.
- Toss in peas, onions, green onions, and celery.
- Toss in green and red bell peppers, tomatoes, and black olives.
- Toss in ham.
- Toss in cheddar cheese.
- Toss in lettuce.
- Toss to coat mixture with the Italian dressing.
- Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Cover and chill until ready to serve.
PESTO GARDEN PASTA FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: fresh basil leaves, olive oil, grated parmesan cheese, almond butter, lemon juice, garlic, lemon zest, kosher salt, pepper, kosher salt, pasta, grape tomato, yellow cherry tomato, red onion, mozzarella ball
Provided by Greg Perez
Categories Dinner
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Add the basil, olive oil, Parmesan, almond butter, lemon juice, garlic, lemon zest, salt, and pepper to a blender. Blend until smooth and set aside.
- Cook the pasta according to the package instructions.
- Drain and transfer the pasta to a large serving bowl.
- Add the grape tomatoes, yellow tomatoes, red onion, and mozzarella balls to the pasta.
- Pour the pesto sauce over the pasta.
- Toss the ingredients together.
- Serve warm in a bowl.
- Enjoy! Adapted from The Minimalist Kitchen by Melissa Coleman. Copyright © 2018 Oxmoor House. Reprinted with permission from Time Inc. Books, a division of Meredith Corporation. New York, NY. All rights reserved.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 744 calories, Carbohydrate 88 grams, Fat 31 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 26 grams, Sugar 6 grams
GARDEN-FRESH PASTA TOSS
Pasta mixed with fresh veggies like spinach, tomatoes and peppers, combined with chopped chicken, makes a great weeknight dinner idea.
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Home
Time 25m
Yield Makes 8 servings, about 2-1/2 cups each.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Cook pasta as directed on package.
- Meanwhile, sprinkle chicken with dressing mix; toss to coat. Heat 1 Tbsp. of the oil in large nonstick skillet. Add chicken; cook and stir 5 min. or until cooked through. Remove from heat; set aside until ready to use.
- Drain pasta; place in large bowl. Add chicken and all remaining ingredients; mix lightly.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 430, Fat 12 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 60 mg, Sodium 530 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 30 g
GARDEN PASTA TOSS
Make and share this Garden Pasta Toss recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Amber Dawn
Categories Vegetable
Time 25m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large nonstick skillet, heat the oil. Add the zucchini, broccoli, and garlic; cook, stirring as needed, until tender-crisp, about 5 minutes.
- Add tomatoes, basil, oregano, and rosemary; cook, stirring as needed, until the tomatoes are softened, about 5 minutes.
- Meanwhile, cook the pasta according to the package directions. Drain, reserving 1/4 cup of the pasta water, and place pasta in a serving bowl. Add the vegetable mixture, cheese and the reserved pasta water; toss to combine.
- Serve, sprinkled with pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 236.8, Fat 4, SaturatedFat 1.5, Cholesterol 5.5, Sodium 120.7, Carbohydrate 40.7, Fiber 3.4, Sugar 4.2, Protein 11
Tips:
- Use fresh, seasonal vegetables. This will give your pasta toss the best flavor and texture.
- Don't overcook the pasta. Cook it al dente, so it still has a little bite to it.
- Use a variety of vegetables. This will make your pasta toss more colorful and flavorful.
- Don't be afraid to experiment with different dressings. You can use a simple vinaigrette, a creamy dressing, or a pesto sauce.
- Top your pasta toss with grated Parmesan cheese, fresh herbs, or nuts. This will add extra flavor and texture.
Conclusion:
A garden pasta toss is a delicious and easy way to use up fresh vegetables. It's a great meal for a weeknight dinner or a potluck. With so many different variations, there's sure to be a garden pasta toss that everyone will enjoy. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give one of these recipes a try. You won't be disappointed!
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