Pasta salad is a classic summer dish, and it's perfect for picnics, potlucks, or just a light and refreshing meal. With so many different ingredients to choose from, the possibilities are endless. But if you're looking for a recipe that's packed with flavor, this pasta salad with tomatoes, mozzarella, and chickpeas is the perfect choice. The combination of sweet tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and hearty chickpeas is sure to please everyone at your table. And the best part is, it's easy to make!
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PASTA SALAD WITH TOMATOES, MOZZARELLA, AND CHICKPEAS
An Italian remix on pasta salad that's sure to be the star of the party. Short, curly gemelli or fusilli noodles are perfect in this summery dish, as they leave room for other ingredients in every forkful, and the grooves hold the herbs and the zingy lemon vinaigrette in this Pasta Salad with Tomatoes, Mozzarella, and Chickpeas.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Salad Recipes
Time 45m
Yield Serves 6 to 8
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Using the side of a chef's knife, mash garlic with 1 teaspoon salt into a paste. Transfer to a small bowl; whisk in lemon juice, vinegar, oregano, and oil. Stir in 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper. In a fine-mesh sieve, toss tomatoes with 1 teaspoon salt; let stand 15 minutes to drain.
- Cook pasta in generously salted water according to package directions until cooked all the way through. Drain (but don't rinse, which would waterlog the noodles), then spread on a rimmed baking sheet and toss with half of vinaigrette. Let cool completely, about 20 minutes.
- Meanwhile, in a large bowl, toss fennel, capers and brine, chickpeas, mozzarella, and salted tomatoes with remaining vinaigrette. Add pasta; toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper. Refrigerate up to a day ahead; let stand at room temperature at least 30 minutes before serving. (Cold pasta salad is too firm and less flavorful.) Toss with Parmigiano-Reggiano and parsley; serve.
TOMATO AND FRESH MOZZARELLA PASTA SALAD
Turn a classic caprese salad into a filling meal with fusilli and a white wine vinaigrette.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 45m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
- Whisk together the olive oil, vinegar, shallot, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper in a large bowl.
- Add the pasta to the boiling water and cook according to the package directions. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool; add to the bowl with the dressing.
- Add the tomatoes, mozzarella and basil to the bowl and toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper. The pasta salad is best if served right away.
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SUMMER PASTA WITH TOMATOES AND CHICK PEAS
My penchant for summer pasta dishes with uncooked tomato sauces continues here, with this simple, high-protein combination. You can also make this with fresh tomato sauce if you want a cooked sauce.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Time 25m
Yield Serves 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Combine the tomatoes, garlic, salt, pepper, balsamic vinegar, basil, and olive oil in a wide bowl. Let sit for 15 minutes. Stir in the chick peas. Taste and adjust seasonings.
- Meanwhile, bring a large pot of water to a rolling boil. Add a generous amount of salt and the pasta. Cook al dente, until the pasta is firm to the bite. Drain, toss with the tomatoes and chick peas, sprinkle on the cheese, and serve.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 486, UnsaturatedFat 7 grams, Carbohydrate 80 grams, Fat 11 grams, Fiber 8 grams, Protein 17 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 752 milligrams, Sugar 9 grams
MEDITERRANEAN CHICKPEA PASTA SALAD
It can be hard to find picnic-friendly recipes that are vegan and gluten free. I made this salad using chickpea pasta for friends who can't eat gluten or dairy. I used produce I had just harvested from my garden, but you can change up the vegetables based on what you have on hand! If you're not avoiding dairy, feta cheese would be a great addition.
Provided by LauraF
Categories Salad Pasta Salad Vegetarian Pasta Salad Recipes
Time 40m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Combine squash and green beans in a salad bowl. Drizzle 2 tablespoons olive oil on top; season with smoked paprika, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Toss until evenly coated and spread out on the prepared baking sheet.
- Roast in the preheated oven, stirring halfway, until tender and starting to brown, about 20 minutes.
- Meanwhile, bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add chickpea pasta. Cook, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 9 minutes.
- Drain pasta and transfer to the salad bowl. Gently mix in roasted vegetables, olives, sun-dried tomatoes, and oregano. Whisk remaining olive oil and sherry vinegar together in a small bowl. Pour over salad and toss gently until combined.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 299.4 calories, Carbohydrate 29.5 g, Fat 17.7 g, Fiber 8.4 g, Protein 11.2 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 324.6 mg, Sugar 4.1 g
PASTA CHICKPEA SALAD
This recipe was my grandmother's, brought over from Italy many years ago. It was always one of my favorites. Thanks Norna.
Provided by Anita Hughes
Categories Salad 100+ Pasta Salad Recipes Vegetarian Pasta Salad Recipes
Time 14h
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, add pasta and cook until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water. Set aside to chill.
- In a large skillet heat the olive oil over medium low heat. Add the olives, oregano, parsley, scallions and chickpeas. Cook over low for about 20 minutes. Set aside to cool.
- In a large bowl toss the pasta with the chickpea mixture. Ad the vinegar, grated cheese and salt and pepper to taste. Let sit in refrigerator overnight. When ready to serve taste for seasoning and add more vinegar, olive oil and salt and pepper if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 424.1 calories, Carbohydrate 68.9 g, Cholesterol 5.9 mg, Fat 10.3 g, Fiber 5.6 g, Protein 15.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 484.8 mg, Sugar 3.4 g
WILD RICE SALAD
Number Of Ingredients 0
Steps:
- Place the wild rice in a medium pot with 4 cups of water and 2 teaspoons of salt and bring to a boil. Simmer uncovered for 50 to 60 minutes, until the rice is very tender. Drain well and place the rice back in the pot. Cover and allow to steam for 10 minutes.While the rice is still warm, place it in a mixing bowl. Peel the oranges with a sharp knife, removing all the white pith. Cut between the membranes and add the orange sections to the bowl with the rice. Add the olive oil, orange juice, raspberry vinegar, grapes, pecans, cranberries, scallions, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and the pepper. Allow to sit for 30 minutes for the flavors to blend. Taste for seasonings and serve at room temperature.Source: foodnetwork.comRecipe formatted with the Cook'n Recipe Software from DVO Enterprises.
Nutrition Facts : Calories per serving 344
PASTA SALAD WITH MOZZARELLA, OLIVES AND TOMATOES
This salad is wonderful to make in the summer when tomatoes are ripe and basil is fresh! Take this salad along to your next picnic, barbecue or potluck. *** This is based on the review. this salad is not meant to be served warm. It should be allowed to chill several hours to let the flavors meld.
Provided by Little Bee
Categories European
Time 30m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Combine the mozzarella, tomatoes, olives.
- In a tight fitting jar compine garlic, basil, parsley, olive oil, vinegar, and salt and pepper and shake.
- Set aside.
- Meanwhile bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
- Cook the pasta until al dente, about 10 minutes.
- Drain well.
- Add the pasta to the mozzarella and tomato.
- Pour dressing (use all or less according to taste) mixture over Pasta mixture and toss well.
- Taste and adjust the seasonings, if necessary.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature.
- Serves 6 to 8.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 734, Fat 29.6, SaturatedFat 8, Cholesterol 29.9, Sodium 348.6, Carbohydrate 92.2, Fiber 5.7, Sugar 5.6, Protein 24.6
TOMATO AND FRESH MOZZARELLA PASTA SALAD
Number Of Ingredients 0
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.Whisk together the olive oil, vinegar, shallot, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper in a large bowl.Add the pasta to the boiling water and cook according to the package directions. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool; add to the bowl with the dressing.Add the tomatoes, mozzarella and basil to the bowl and toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper. The pasta salad is best if served right away.Source: foodnetwork.comRecipe formatted with the Cook'n Recipe Software from DVO Enterprises.
Nutrition Facts : Calories per serving 188
TOMATO & MOZZARELLA PASTA SALAD
This comes from the Land O Lakes Pasta Book. Just right for making in the summer when fresh tomatoes are in season.
Provided by BakinBaby
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 30m
Yield 10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a small bowl, whisk together dressing ingredients; set aside.
- Cook pasta, rinse with cold water and drain.
- In large bowl gently toss together pasta and vegetables.
- Pour dressing over and toss gently.
- Cover, refrigerate 1 hour to blend flavors.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 146.9, Fat 8.1, SaturatedFat 3.4, Cholesterol 17.9, Sodium 145.6, Carbohydrate 11.8, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 2.1, Protein 7
Tips:
- Use fresh, ripe tomatoes and mozzarella cheese for the best flavor.
- If you don't have fresh basil, you can use dried basil instead. Just use about 1/4 of the amount called for in the recipe.
- Feel free to add other vegetables to the salad, such as chopped cucumbers, bell peppers, or zucchini.
- If you're using canned chickpeas, be sure to rinse and drain them before adding them to the salad.
- You can make this salad ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Conclusion:
This pasta salad is a delicious and refreshing dish that is perfect for a summer picnic or potluck. It's also a great way to use up leftover pasta and vegetables. With its simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, this recipe is sure to become a favorite.
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