Best 7 Pasta With Marinated Tomatoes And Summer Herbs Recipes

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Embark on a culinary journey with our curated collection of marinating techniques and herbs for an elevated pasta dish featuring the vibrant flavors of summer. From classic balsamic and basil to unique combinations like honey-thyme and lemon zest, discover the art of creating a flavorful marinade that infuses juicy tomatoes with tantalizing aromas. Let the warmth of a summer's day seep into your kitchen as you explore the aromatic profiles of fresh herbs, unlocking a symphony of flavors that will transform a simple pasta dish into an unforgettable summer feast.

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PASTA WITH MARINATED TOMATOES



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If there's one thing we're happy to be drowning in come summertime, it's tomatoes. Fresh from the farmers' market or juicy and on sale from our local supermarket, we don't discriminate-and our summer dishes are all the better for it. A marinade is one of the easiest ways to infuse your seasonal bounty with even more flavor. Bathing your tomatoes in a vinaigrette at room temperature for even just 20 minutes lets them release their juices, absorb an assortment of marinade flavors, and break down a bit to become more tender. Then the creativity kicks in. Once marinated, tomatoes are an instant upgrade to any recipe you please, and they make an especially nice swap for a jarred sauce in summertime pasta. Tangy tomatoes play nicely with penne in this seasonal pasta that's quick enough for any busy cook. Our Pasta with Marinated Tomatoes will fill your table with a colorful bowl of pasta in under 30 minutes. Pulse one-fourth of your produce into a soft base to allow the marinated tomato flavor to nestle inside the nooks and carnies of your penne. It'll help make sure your pasta is coated and the marinated zest makes it into each bite. From there, all you need is fresh basil, mozzarella cheese, and your remaining, in-tact tomatoes to toss together an eye-catching, seasonal supper. Serve alongside a simple salad and some homemade garlic bread, and you can be sure the whole family will be happy (and asking for seconds).

Provided by Southern Living Test Kitchen

Categories     Pasta Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 4

8 ounces penne pasta
Marinated Tomatoes
1 cup chopped fresh basil, loosely packed
8 ounces torn fresh mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Cook penne pasta according to package directions; drain.
  • Place 1/4 of Marinated Tomatoes with marinade in a blender; pulse until tomatoes are very finely chopped, 3 to 4 times.
  • Coarsely chop remaining Marinated Tomatoes, reserving marinade.
  • Combine finely and coarsely chopped tomatoes and reserved marinade with hot cooked pasta, and toss to coat. Stir in chopped fresh basil and torn fresh mozzarella cheese.

SUMMER GARDEN PASTA



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Provided by Ina Garten

Time 4h20m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 pints cherry tomatoes, halved
Good olive oil
2 tablespoons minced garlic (6 cloves)
18 large basil leaves, julienned, plus extra for serving
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
Kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 pound dried angel hair pasta
1 1/2 cups freshly grated Parmesan cheese, plus extra for serving

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.

PASTA WITH MARINATED TOMATOES



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Sun-dried tomatoes add a smoky flavor to this simple sauce. Garganelli and penne rigate both hold a thick sauce well.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Pasta and Grains

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 ripe tomatoes, seeded and coarsely chopped
4 oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, drained and coarsely chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 pound garganelle or penne pasta
1 cup fresh basil leaves, loosely packed

Steps:

  • Combine fresh and sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, oil, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Marinate at room temperature for 45 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Boil pasta in salted water until al dente, 7 to 10 minutes. Drain well, and while still hot, toss with tomato mixture.
  • Coarsely chop basil, and combine with pasta. Serve immediately or at room temperature.

PASTA WITH MARINATED TOMATOES AND SUMMER HERBS



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From the August 2009 New York Times, courtesy of Julia Moskin. This one dish meal is designed to be quick and satisfying to a wide range of tastes (note several options). It's also very easy to make, but needs time to marinate. Spend a few minutes in the kitchen after lunch and all you need to do for dinner is cook the pasta. This recipe can be easily halved for fewer diners. I picked the vegetarian option, but you could substitute tuna for the cheese if you'd prefer. My preference might be to add more tomatoes and/or reduce the pasta to sauce ratio.

Provided by Kumquat the Cats fr

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 2h

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/2 lbs tomatoes (ripe, halved or quartered if small, diced if large)
1 lb mozzarella cheese, diced (optional)
1/2 cup green olives (pitted and chopped) (optional) or 3 tablespoons capers (optional)
1/2 cup fresh herb (chopped, including basil, parsley, mint, chives, cilantro, scallion tops or a combination, more for )
1 lemon, freshly grated zest of (optional)
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
black pepper, freshly ground
2 lbs pasta (short, like fusilli, farfalle or penne)
hot red pepper flakes (optional)
1/2 cup pine nuts (toasted) (optional)

Steps:

  • Up to 4 hourse before serving, put tomatoes in a large bowl and sprinkle all over with salt. Set aside for 30 minutes, then drain off liquid.
  • Add cheese (or tuna), olives or capers if using. Add herbs and zest. Add olive oil, salt and pepper to taste and stir gently. Cover and set aside at least 1 hour or up to 3 hours, stirring occasionally.
  • Cook pasta in plenty of boiling salted water. Drain well. Combine tomatoes and pasta then taste and add more oil, salt and pepper to taste. Add red pepper flakes if desired. Sprinkle with pine nuts, if using, and chopped herbs. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 663.9, Fat 11.5, SaturatedFat 1.7, Sodium 13.5, Carbohydrate 118, Fiber 6.2, Sugar 5.7, Protein 20.8

MARINATED MOZZARELLA, OLIVES AND CHERRY TOMATOES



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This simple dish of marinated cherry tomatoes, olives and mozzarella is best, of course, when cherry tomatoes are in season. That it gets better as it sits is a boon: Bring it to potlucks or picnics, or simply let it sit in your refrigerator, a satisfying lunch at home. A generous handful of basil leaves, sprinkled atop just before serving, gives everything a bright, herbal finish. You'll want to make this all summer long.

Provided by David Tanis

Categories     dinner, easy, lunch, salads and dressings, appetizer, side dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound cherry or grape tomatoes, a mixture of colors, halved
Salt and black pepper
3/4 cup olives, such as Moroccan or niçoise
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 garlic clove, smashed to a paste
Pinch of dried oregano
Pinch of red-pepper flakes
1 pound fresh mozzarella, cut into ¼-inch slices
Basil leaves, for garnish

Steps:

  • Put cherry tomatoes in a large bowl. Season with salt and pepper. Add the olives and toss.
  • In a small bowl, stir together olive oil, vinegar, garlic, oregano and red-pepper flakes. Pour mixture over tomatoes and olives. Toss well to coat and let sit for at least 10 minutes and up to an hour.
  • When ready to eat, arrange mozzarella in the center of a large platter (or arrange on individual plates). Spoon tomato and olive mixture over mozzarella. Garnish with lots of basil leaves.

SPAGHETTI WITH FRESH TOMATO AND HERBS



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Categories     Herb     Pasta     Tomato     Appetizer     Quick & Easy     Parmesan     Summer     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 pounds vine-ripened tomatoes, room temperature
1/4 cup fruity, extra-virgin olive oil
About 1/2 cup coarsely chopped soft-leafed herbs, such as basil, tarragon, marjoram, and spearmint
1/2 cup coarsely chopped flat-leaf parsley
4 ounces ricotta salata cheese, crumbled
12 ounces dried spaghetti
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmigiano Reggiano cheese, plus extra for the table
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to the boil. Drop in the tomatoes, cook for 15 seconds, and then transfer them to a large bowl of cool water. Slip off the skins and cut them in half through the middle. Poke out the seeds with your finger, and roughly dice the flesh. Warm a large ceramic or glass mixing bowl by rinsing it with hot water. Toss the tomatoes in the bowl with the olive oil, mixed herbs, parsley, and ricotta cheese.
  • Bring the large pot of water back to a rolling boil, add the spaghetti, and cook until tender but still firm. Drain and add it immediately to the tomato mixture in the bowl. Sprinkle with the Parmigiano. Toss with tongs or two wooden spoons until the pasta is evenly coated. Add salt and freshly ground pepper to taste. Pass extra Parmigiano cheese at the table.

SAUTEED TOMATO AND HERB PASTA



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We prefer cherry tomatoes to grape for sauteing; they break down better, creating a light yet luscious sauce.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Pasta and Grains

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 7

Salt and pepper
3/4 pound spaghetti
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 pints cherry tomatoes
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves
1/2 cup shaved Parmesan (1 1/2 ounces)

Steps:

  • In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook pasta according to package instructions, then drain and return to pot.
  • Meanwhile, in a large skillet, combine oil, tomatoes, garlic, and thyme over medium. Cook, stirring occasionally, until tomatoes are soft and skins have burst, 12 to 15 minutes.
  • Add tomato mixture to pasta; toss to combine and season. Serve warm. Top with Parmesan.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 482 g, Fat 15 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 17 g, SaturatedFat 5 g

Tips:

  • Use ripe, flavorful tomatoes. The quality of your tomatoes will make all the difference in this dish. Look for tomatoes that are deep red and fragrant.
  • Marinate the tomatoes for at least 30 minutes. This will allow the tomatoes to soak up the flavors of the herbs and garlic.
  • Use a variety of summer herbs. Basil, thyme, oregano, and rosemary are all great choices. You can also use other herbs that you like, such as chives, dill, or parsley.
  • Cook the pasta al dente. This means that it should be cooked through but still have a slight bite to it.
  • Serve the pasta immediately with the marinated tomatoes, herbs, and grated Parmesan cheese.

Conclusion:

This pasta dish is a perfect way to enjoy the fresh flavors of summer. It's easy to make and can be on the table in less than 30 minutes. So next time you're looking for a quick and delicious meal, give this recipe a try.

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