Best 6 Spiced Zucchini And Peas In Tomato Sauce Recipes

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Spiced zucchini and peas in tomato sauce is a delicious and easy-to-make vegetarian dish that is perfect for a quick and healthy meal. This dish is packed with flavor and nutrition, and it can be served over rice, pasta, or your favorite grain. With its vibrant colors and tantalizing aromas, spiced zucchini and peas in tomato sauce is sure to be a hit at any table.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

CAPELLINI WITH SPICY ZUCCHINI-TOMATO SAUCE



Capellini With Spicy Zucchini-Tomato Sauce image

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 clove garlic, minced
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 28-ounce can whole San Marzano tomatoes
Kosher salt
1 medium zucchini, cut into small chunks
1/2 pound capellini
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
Grated parmesan cheese, for topping

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and red pepper flakes and cook until the garlic is just golden, about 1 minute. Crush the tomatoes into the skillet with your hands and add the juice. Add 1/2 teaspoon salt and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the sauce is slightly thickened, about 15 minutes. Add the zucchini and cook until crisp-tender, about 5 minutes. Season with salt.
  • Meanwhile, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the capellini and cook as the label directs. Drain and add to the sauce along with the basil; toss to coat. Top with parmesan.

LIGHT SPICY ZUCCHINI AND TOMATO CASSEROLE



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By quickly broiling the zucchini first, you can ensure all the pieces will be evenly cooked once they get baked with the tomato sauce.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 1h

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 pounds zucchini
Nonstick cooking spray, for greasing
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper.
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper.
1 teaspoon olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 red or green jalapeno, finely diced, seeded if desired
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
One 14.5-ounce can no-salt-added fire-roasted diced tomatoes
1/3 cup crumbled Cotija cheese
2 tablespoons roughly chopped cilantro

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven broiler. Slice the zucchini on a sharp angle about 1/2-inch thick and place on a baking sheet lined with foil and nonstick cooking spray. Coat the zucchini with nonstick cooking spray and season with 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Broil, flipping once, until just golden, 6 to 8 minutes. Reduce the oven temperature to 425 degrees F.
  • Meanwhile, heat the oil in a medium pot set over medium-high heat. Add the garlic and jalapeno and cook until softened, 2 to 3 minutes. Add the chili powder, cumin and tomatoes. Continue to cook until the tomatoes are soft and the sauce is thickened, about 10 minutes. Remove from the heat, lightly mash with a fork and season with salt and pepper.
  • Coat an 8-inch square baking dish with cooking spray. Place about 1/2 of the zucchini in the bottom of the dish and top with 1/2 of the tomato sauce. Repeat the layers and cover with foil. Bake until bubbly and hot, about 20 minutes. Remove the foil, sprinkle with the cheese and continue to bake until the cheese is melted and lightly browned, about 10 minutes. Let stand 10 minutes, sprinkle with the cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 120 calorie, Fat 5 grams, SaturatedFat 2.5 grams, Cholesterol 10 milligrams, Sodium 350 milligrams, Carbohydrate 13 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 8 grams, Sugar 8 grams

SPICED CHICKPEA AND ZUCCHINI SAUTE



Spiced Chickpea and Zucchini Saute image

Serve this hearty vegetarian dish over rice, couscous, or quinoa.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Lunch Recipes

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons canola oil
1 large onion, diced
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon ground cumin
8 plum tomatoes, chopped
2 cans (15 1/2 ounces each) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
2 zucchini, quartered lengthwise and cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces
Coarse salt and ground pepper

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, heat oil over medium. Add onion; cook, stirring occasionally, until beginning to brown, 5 to 8 minutes. Add garlic, coriander, and cumin; cook, stirring, until fragrant, 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Add tomatoes, chickpeas, zucchini, and 1/2 cup water; season with salt and pepper.
  • Cover skillet; simmer mixture over medium-high heat, stirring, until zucchini is tender, 10 to 12 minutes. Season with salt and pepper, as desired, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 271 g, Fat 10 g, Protein 10 g

PEAS AND ZUCCHINI



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Make and share this Peas and Zucchini recipe from Food.com.

Provided by MizzNezz

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 26m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

10 ounces fresh peas
2 cups water
2 small zucchini, diced
2 tablespoons minced red peppers
4 tablespoons butter
1/2 teaspoon salt
chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • In skillet, simmer peas in water until crisp tender (8 minutes).
  • Drain.
  • Add zucchini,red pepper, butter, and salt; stir fry until zucchini is also crisp tender (another 5 minutes).
  • Sprinkle with parsley.

VEGETARIAN SPICED ZUCCHINI IN TOMATO SAUCE



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You could use chopped fresh or canned tomatoes instead of tomato sauce. You can also serve over pasta or rice.

Provided by Dancer

Categories     Vegetable

Time 37m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup chopped red onion
1/2 cup diced red pepper
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 celery rib, sliced
2 tablespoons canola oil
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
1/4 teaspoon ginger
1/2 teaspoon cumin powder
3 cups cubed zucchini
3 cups tomato sauce
1 cup frozen peas
3 pinches cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • Saute onions, red pepper, garlic, and celery in oil for 2 minutes.
  • Add tumeric, ginger, cumin and zucchini.
  • Cook over medium heat for 5 minutes.
  • Add tomato sauce, peas and cayenne pepper and cook until zucchini is tender, about 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 122.6, Fat 5.3, SaturatedFat 0.4, Sodium 681.6, Carbohydrate 17.5, Fiber 4.2, Sugar 8.8, Protein 4.1

ZUCCHINI PARMESAN WITH TOMATO SAUCE



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This is my favorite side dish that goes great with chicken or fish or served over rice or pasta.

Provided by MW09

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Squash     Zucchini

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 tablespoons olive oil
4 zucchini - peeled, sliced lengthwise, and sliced
2 teaspoons dried oregano
2 teaspoons dried basil
1 ½ cups tomato sauce
¼ cup Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat; saute zucchini until softened, 5 to 10 minutes. Season zucchini with oregano and basil. Add tomato sauce; cook and stir until heated through, about 5 minutes. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese over zucchini mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 125.9 calories, Carbohydrate 9.8 g, Cholesterol 4.4 mg, Fat 8.6 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 4.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 570.1 mg, Sugar 5.8 g

Tips:

  • Choose tender zucchini: For the best texture, select young, tender zucchini that are small and have smooth, unblemished skin.
  • Slice the zucchini thinly: This will help them cook evenly and quickly.
  • Use a variety of spices: The combination of cumin, coriander, and turmeric gives this dish a warm and flavorful taste. You can also add other spices to your liking, such as chili powder, garam masala, or fenugreek.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan: When cooking the zucchini and peas, make sure to not overcrowd the pan. This will prevent them from cooking evenly and will result in a watery dish.
  • Simmer the sauce: Simmering the sauce for a few minutes will help to develop its flavor and thicken it slightly.
  • Serve with rice or bread: This dish is traditionally served with rice or bread. However, you can also serve it with pasta or quinoa.

Conclusion:

Spiced zucchini and peas in tomato sauce is a quick and easy dish that is packed with flavor. It is a great way to use up fresh zucchini and peas, and it is also a healthy and affordable meal. The combination of spices and the tangy tomato sauce makes this dish a delicious and satisfying meal that can be enjoyed by people of all ages.

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