Best 3 Spaghetti With Cilantro Sauce Recipes

PASTA & VEGETABLES WITH CILANTRO SAUCE

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Mozzarella, garlicky cilantro dressing and fresh asparagus make this pasta dish delicious. What makes it win-win-win? It's fast, tasty and serves ten!

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories Home

Time 30m

Yield Makes 10 servings, 1 cup each.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

3/4 cup KRAFT Zesty Italian Dressing, divided
1 large bunch fresh cilantro, stems removed
1 cup slivered almonds
1 jalapeño pepper, stemmed
2 cloves garlic
1 pkg. (16 oz.) farfalle (bow-tie pasta)
6 carrots (1-1/2 lb.), thinly sliced
1 lb. fresh asparagus spears, trimmed, cut into 2-inch lengths
1 red onion, sliced
1 cup KRAFT Shredded Low-Moisture Part-Skim Mozzarella Cheese
1/4 cup KRAFT Grated Parmesan Cheese

Steps:

Blend 1/2 cup dressing, cilantro, nuts, pepper and garlic in blender until smooth.
Cook pasta as directed on package. Meanwhile, heat remaining dressing in large nonstick skillet on medium heat. Add carrots, asparagus and onions; cook 8 min. or until crisp-tender, stirring frequently.
Drain pasta; place in large bowl. Stir in mozzarella, dressing mixture and vegetable mixture. Sprinkle with Parmesan.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 280, Fat 14 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Sodium 370 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 5 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 11 g

FABULOUS CILANTRO PESTO

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This is a delicious version of the classic with a little more zip! You can substitute the vinegar with lime juice, lemon juice or Italian salad dressing.

Provided by Gena Urias

Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Italian

Time 30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 (16 ounce) package farfalle pasta
1 bunch fresh cilantro
5 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
½ cup walnuts or pecans
salt to taste
½ cup olive oil

Steps:

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta, and return water to a boil. Cook pasta for 8 to 10 minutes, or until al dente; drain well.
In an electric food processor or blender, blend cilantro, garlic, vinegar, Parmesan cheese, cayenne pepper, nuts, and salt. Add 1/4 cup of the olive oil, and blend the pesto. Add more olive oil until the pesto reaches your desired consistency.
Pour pesto in a small saucepan and warm over low heat, stirring constantly, until pesto begins to simmer. Pour over cooked pasta and toss.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 386.1 calories, Carbohydrate 42.8 g, Cholesterol 2.8 mg, Fat 20.5 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 10.1 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 54.8 mg, Sugar 2.2 g

EVERYTHING IN THE FRIDGE PASTA SAUCE

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Late coming home from work? Kids asking, "What's for dinner?" This chunky sauce is for you. It only takes minutes to make. Serve over angel hair pasta with sprig of fresh basil for garnish.

Provided by Terri B

Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Sauce Recipes Pasta Sauce Recipes Tomato

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil
4 roma (plum) tomato
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
4 cloves garlic, chopped
¼ cup chopped white onion
1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
1 (6 ounce) can black olives, drained and sliced

Steps:

Heat olive oil in a large skillet and saute tomato, green peppers, cilantro, garlic and onion for 5 minutes or so to retain crispness. Add tomato sauce and simmer for 10 to 15 minutes. Mix in olives, parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 142.9 calories, Carbohydrate 14.8 g, Cholesterol 2.2 mg, Fat 9 g, Fiber 4.2 g, Protein 3.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 964.9 mg, Sugar 7.2 g