Best 8 Tomato Spiral Pasta Toss Recipes

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Tomato spiral pasta toss is an appetizing dish that combines the vibrant flavors of fresh tomatoes, tender spiral pasta, and fragrant herbs. It is not only easy to make but also offers a delightful balance of flavors and textures. This versatile dish can be customized to suit various dietary preferences and makes an ideal meal for both busy weeknights and special occasions. Whether you prefer a light and refreshing salad or a hearty and comforting pasta dish, this recipe offers a delicious and satisfying option that is sure to please everyone at the table.

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FRESH TOMATO PASTA TOSS



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My parents went on vacation last year just as their tomato crop - and mine - was ready to harvest. After freezing as many tomatoes as I could possibly want or use, I had to come up with new ideas for using tomatoes. My husband loved this creation! It really is a great way to use tomatoes.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 pounds ripe fresh tomatoes
1 package (16 ounces) uncooked penne pasta
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley or 1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
1 tablespoon minced fresh basil or 1 teaspoon dried basil
2 teaspoons minced fresh oregano or 3/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon sugar
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup heavy whipping cream
1/4 cup shredded Parmesan or Romano cheese

Steps:

  • To remove peels from tomatoes, fill a large saucepan with water and bring to a boil. Place tomatoes, one at a time, in boiling water for 30 seconds. Immediately plunge in ice water. Peel skins with a sharp paring knife and discard. Chop pulp; set aside. , Cook pasta according to package directions. In a large skillet, cook garlic in oil over medium heat for 1 minute or until tender. Add the parsley, basil, oregano, salt, sugar, pepper and reserved tomato pulp. Bring to a boil; reduce heat. Add cream; heat through. , Drain pasta and transfer to a serving bowl. Pour tomato sauce over pasta; toss to coat. Sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 288 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 12mg cholesterol, Sodium 352mg sodium, Carbohydrate 49g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 10g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

TOMATO SPIRAL TOSS



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"When my husband and I don't have a lot of time, we fix this pleasing pasta dish," remarks Nicole Lynch of Powell River, British Columbia. It's easy to prepare...and easy on the pocketbook at 42 cents a serving. The price comes down even more if you use homegrown tomatoes from your garden.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

8 ounces uncooked spiral pasta
2-1/2 cups diced fresh tomatoes
1 tablespoon dried basil
1/4 to 1/2 cup canola oil
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, combine tomatoes and basil in a serving bowl; set aside. , In a small bowl, combine the oil, vinegar, garlic, salt and pepper. Drain pasta; add to tomato mixture. Drizzle with oil mixture; toss to coat. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 237 calories, Fat 11g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 163mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

TOMATO SPIRAL TOSS



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Make and share this Tomato Spiral Toss recipe from Food.com.

Provided by bmcnichol

Categories     Vegetable

Time 20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

8 ounces uncooked spiral shaped pasta
2 1/2 cups diced fresh tomatoes
1 tablespoon dried basil
1/4 cup vegetable oil
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
6 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions.
  • Combine tomatoes and basil in a serving bowl and set aside.
  • In a bowl, combine the oil, vinegar, garlic, salt and pepper.
  • Drain pasta and add to tomato mixture.
  • Drizzle with oil mixture and toss to coat.
  • Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
  • Serve immediately.

TOMATO AND SPINACH PASTA TOSS



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Provided by Food Network

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings, 1 cup each

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups rotini pasta, uncooked
1/2 lb. Italian sausage
1 pkg. (6 oz.) baby spinach leaves
1 can (14-1/2 oz.) Italian-style diced tomatoes, undrained
1 cup KRAFT Shredded Mozzarella Cheese with a Touch of PHILADELPHIA
2 Tbsp. KRAFT Grated Parmesan Cheese

Steps:

  • 1. COOK pasta in large saucepan as directed on package, omitting salt.
  • 2. MEANWHILE, cook sausage in deep large skillet on medium-high heat 10 to 12 min. or until done, stirring occasionally.
  • 3. Drain; return sausage to skillet.
  • 4. Add spinach and tomatoes; cook 2 min. or until spinach is wilted, stirring occasionally.
  • 5. DRAIN pasta; return to pan.
  • 6. Add sausage mixture and cheeses; mix lightly.
  • Substitute
  • Substitute ground beef or turkey for the Italian sausage.
  • Substitute
  • Prepare using penne pasta.
  • Substitute
  • Prepare using regular KRAFT Shredded Low-Moisture Part-Skim Mozzarella Cheese.
  • Nutritional Information (Per Serving)
  • Calories: 240
  • Cholesterol: 30 mg
  • Total fat: 10 g
  • Sodium: 700 mg
  • Carbohydrate: 24 g
  • Dietary fiber: 2 g
  • Protein: 14 g

ROTINI WITH FRESH TOMATO AND THYME



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This recipe can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

Yield Serves 2

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 pound dried rotini or other spiral pasta
3 small tomatoes
2 garlic cloves
1 1/2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh thyme leaves
1 to 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 cup crumbled ricotta salata or feta

Steps:

  • Fill a 4-quart pasta pot three fourths full with salted water and bring to a boil for rotini. Coarsely chop tomatoes and mince garlic. In a large bowl toss together tomatoes, garlic, thyme, vinegar, oil, and salt and pepper to taste. Marinate tomatoes 20 minutes. Cook rotini in boiling water until al dente and drain well in a colander. Add pasta to tomatoes and toss. Serve pasta sprinkled with ricotta salata.

TOMATO & SPINACH PASTA TOSS



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Make and share this Tomato & Spinach Pasta Toss recipe from Food.com.

Provided by JLBurnell

Categories     Penne

Time 20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups penne pasta, uncooked
1/2 lb Italian sausage, casing removed (hot or mild)
7 cups Baby Spinach (or 1-6 oz package)
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes with basil oregano and garlic
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • cook past as directed.
  • Meanwhile, crumble meat into large deep skillet.
  • Cook on med-high until cooked through, stirring occasionally, drain.
  • Add spinach, and tomatoes.
  • Cook for 2 minutes, or until spinach is wilted, stirring occasionally.
  • Remove from heat, cover to keep warm.
  • Drain pasta and place in a large serving bowl.
  • Add meat mixture, then top with cheeses, mix lightly.

TOMATO SPIRAL TOSS



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'When my husband and I don't have a lot of time, we fix this pleasing pasta dish,' remarks Nicole Lynch of Powell River, British Columbia. It's easy to prepare...and easy on the pocketbook at 42 cents a serving. The price comes down even more if you use homegrown tomatoes from your garden.

Provided by Allrecipes Member

Time 20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

8 ounces uncooked spiral pasta
2 ½ cups diced fresh tomatoes
1 tablespoon dried basil
¼ cup vegetable oil
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
2 garlic clove (blank)s garlic cloves, minced
¼ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon pepper
3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, combine tomatoes and basil in a serving bowl; set aside. In a small bowl, combine the oil, vinegar, garlic, salt and pepper. Drain pasta; add to tomato mixture. Drizzle with oil mixture and toss to coat. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 242.9 calories, Carbohydrate 31.1 g, Cholesterol 2.2 mg, Fat 10.8 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 6.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 125.7 mg, Sugar 3.3 g

TOMATO SPIRAL TOSS



Tomato Spiral Toss image

'When my husband and I don't have a lot of time, we fix this pleasing pasta dish,' remarks Nicole Lynch of Powell River, British Columbia. It's easy to prepare...and easy on the pocketbook at 42 cents a serving. The price comes down even more if you use homegrown tomatoes from your garden.

Provided by Allrecipes Member

Time 20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

8 ounces uncooked spiral pasta
2 ½ cups diced fresh tomatoes
1 tablespoon dried basil
¼ cup vegetable oil
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
2 garlic clove (blank)s garlic cloves, minced
¼ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon pepper
3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, combine tomatoes and basil in a serving bowl; set aside. In a small bowl, combine the oil, vinegar, garlic, salt and pepper. Drain pasta; add to tomato mixture. Drizzle with oil mixture and toss to coat. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 242.9 calories, Carbohydrate 31.1 g, Cholesterol 2.2 mg, Fat 10.8 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 6.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 125.7 mg, Sugar 3.3 g

Tips:

  • Use a variety of tomatoes. This will give your pasta dish a more complex flavor. Try using a mix of cherry tomatoes, Roma tomatoes, and heirloom tomatoes.
  • Roast the tomatoes before adding them to the pasta. Roasting the tomatoes will caramelize their natural sugars and give them a smoky flavor.
  • Don't overcook the pasta. Pasta should be cooked al dente, or slightly firm to the bite.
  • Add fresh herbs to the pasta dish. Fresh herbs, such as basil, oregano, and thyme, will brighten up the flavor of the dish.
  • Serve the pasta dish immediately. Pasta is best served hot and fresh.

Conclusion:

Tomato spiral pasta toss is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The roasted tomatoes give the dish a smoky flavor, and the fresh herbs brighten up the flavor. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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