Best 4 Mediterranean Pasta Toss Recipes

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Mediterranean pasta toss is a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines the fresh, healthy ingredients of the Mediterranean diet with the comforting appeal of pasta. This delightful dish is a celebration of Mediterranean cuisine, showcasing a symphony of bright vegetables, aromatic herbs, tangy cheeses, and savory meats, all tossed together in a light and flavorful dressing. Prepare to embark on a culinary journey as we delve into the best recipes for Mediterranean pasta toss, promising an explosion of flavors and a feast for the senses.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

MEDITERRANEAN PASTA CAESAR TOSS



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Get creative using convenience items with a fresh take on ravioli. Try this lightened-up pasta toss for an al fresco dinner, or double it for a family picnic. -Libby Walp, Chicago, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 package (9 ounces) refrigerated cheese ravioli
1 cup frozen cut green beans, thawed
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
3/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
1/3 cup reduced-fat creamy Caesar salad dressing
3 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, cook ravioli according to package directions, adding beans during the last 3 minutes of cooking. Drain., In a serving bowl, combine the ravioli mixture, tomatoes and pepper. Add dressing; toss to coat. Sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 264 calories, Fat 10g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 28mg cholesterol, Sodium 649mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 12g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

MEDITERRANEAN WHOLE WHEAT PASTA TOSS



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This delicious blend of many robust ingredients will explode with flavor in your mouth. This was one of those nights where we sort of just opened the fridge to see what we had and this is what we ended up with. You can adjust any ingredients to suit your tastes. I used another couple cloves of garlic because our household loves it. You could easily add chicken to this dish as well. Enjoy!

Provided by jlynvjodie

Categories     100+ Pasta and Noodle Recipes     Noodle Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (1 pound) package whole wheat penne pasta
⅓ cup olive oil
4 large cloves garlic, pressed
1 (8 ounce) jar marinated artichoke hearts, drained
7 pickled red peppers (such as Peppadew®), cut into strips
¼ cup pitted Kalamata olives, quartered
2 cups fresh spinach leaves
½ cup crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

  • Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a boil. Stir in penne and return to a boil. Cook pasta uncovered, stirring occasionally, until cooked through but still firm to the bite, about 8 minutes; drain.
  • Heat olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat and cook and stir garlic in the hot oil just until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Stir artichoke hearts, peppers, and olives into the skillet until flavors are blended, about 5 minutes. Gently fold the spinach into the mixture and stir just until slightly wilted and dark green.
  • Remove from heat and stir in penne pasta until thoroughly combined; lightly toss pasta mixture with feta cheese. Place a lid over the skillet and let the pasta and vegetables steam for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 367.1 calories, Carbohydrate 47.4 g, Cholesterol 8.3 mg, Fat 14.7 g, Fiber 5.8 g, Protein 12.9 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, Sodium 346.7 mg, Sugar 5 g

MEDITERRANEAN PASTA TOSS



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Make and share this Mediterranean Pasta Toss recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Danielle W

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

16 ounces capellini pasta, cooked and tossed with olive oil while warm (substitute angle hair)
1 1/2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite sized pieces
2 tablespoons minced garlic (I used SpiceWorld Minced Garlic in Extra Virgin Olive Oil)
2 ounces extra virgin olive oil
14 ounces canned quartered artichoke hearts (I cut each quarter in half for smaller pieces)
6 ounces black kalamata olives, halves
2 ounces white wine
1 tablespoon pesto sauce
3 ounces fresh Baby Spinach
1/2 cup fresh basil, chopped
1/4 cup feta cheese, reduced fat, crumbled
salt, and or freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Pasta cooking directions:.
  • 1. Bring water to a boil and add capellini/angle hair pasta.
  • 2. Reduce heat and cover until pasta is cooked.
  • 3. Drain and toss with 1 ounce extra virgin olive oil.
  • Mediterranean Toss directions:.
  • 1. Heat oil in large nonstick skillet on medium high heat.
  • 2. Add chicken (cook 8-10 minutes or until chicken is completely cooked).
  • 3. Add garlic and toss.
  • 4. Add artichokes, olives and a pinch of salt and pepper. Do not toss ingredients.
  • 5. Add white wine so it can absorb the seasonings and cook the garlic.
  • 6. Toss ingredients and let alcohol cook off and reduce in volume by half.
  • 7. Add pesto, tossing until ingredients are evenly coated.
  • 8. Throw in pasta and toss.
  • 9. Remove from heat and let it sit for a minute.
  • 10. Add spinach and toss until spinach is slightly wilted.
  • 11. Add feta and toss lightly until everything is mixed*.
  • 12. EAT!
  • * You could also plate the pasta and then sprinkle the feta on top instead of tossing it inches.

MEDITERRANEAN PASTA TOSS



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Categories     Pasta     Sauté     Vegetarian

Yield makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1lb of penne pasta
8 oz of sundried tomatoes packed in oil chopped
8 oz of pitted kalamata olives chopped
1/4 cup of extra virgin olive oil
1 tsp of oregano
2 cloves of garlic chopped
12 oz of feta cheese crumbled

Steps:

  • Put 6 quarts of water with salt to boil Take 1/4 cup of the olive oil and put into a saute pan, add chopped garlic and saute for a few minutes Add chopped olives and tomatoes to the oil/garlic mix, saute until coated add oregano and let cook on low for about 3-5 minutes. Add pasta to boiling water and cook until pasta is al dente about 10 minutes. Drain pasta and toss with olive oil/tomato and olive mixture add crumbled feta cheese and serve. Goes great with tossed salad and fresh Italian or French bread.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh, flavorful ingredients will make all the difference in your pasta toss. Look for ripe vegetables, flavorful herbs, and a good quality olive oil.
  • Cook the pasta al dente: Al dente pasta is slightly firm to the bite and will hold its shape better in the pasta toss.
  • Don't crowd the pan: When cooking the vegetables, don't overcrowd the pan. This will prevent them from cooking evenly and becoming soggy.
  • Add the vegetables at the right time: Add the vegetables to the pan in the order of how long they take to cook. This will ensure that they are all cooked through evenly.
  • Use a light hand with the dressing: A little bit of dressing goes a long way. Start with a small amount and add more to taste.
  • Serve immediately: Pasta toss is best served immediately, while the pasta is still hot and the vegetables are still crisp.

Conclusion:

Mediterranean pasta toss is a delicious, healthy, and easy-to-make meal. It's perfect for a quick lunch or dinner, and it's also a great way to use up leftover vegetables. With its fresh, flavorful ingredients and light dressing, Mediterranean pasta toss is a dish that everyone will enjoy.

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