If you're seeking a vibrant and flavorful pasta supper, look no further than the delectable combination of tomatoes and zucchini. These two garden-fresh ingredients merge seamlessly to create a symphony of taste that will tantalize your palate. In this comprehensive guide, we'll embark on a culinary journey to discover the best recipes for a tom- zucchini pasta supper, taking you through a myriad of flavors and cooking techniques. From classic Italian dishes to innovative modern creations, you'll find the perfect recipe to satisfy your cravings and delight your loved ones.
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ROASTED ZUCCHINI AND TOMATO PASTA
Roasting the zucchini and tomatoes rather than sauteing them intensifies their flavor.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Pasta and Grains
Time 35m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Heat oven to 450 degrees. On rimmed baking sheet, toss zucchini, tomatoes, and garlic with 5 tablespoons oil; season with salt and pepper. Spread into single layer; roast until zucchini is lightly browned, 20 to 25 minutes.
- In large pot of boiling salted water, cook pasta until al dente, about 12 minutes. Drain pasta, reserving 1/2 cup cooking water. Return pasta to pot. Toss with remaining tablespoon oil; cover.
- Pour reserved pasta water onto baking sheet of cooked vegetables; scrape with a wooden spoon to loosen browned bits. Stir vegetables and juices into pasta. Add parsley and Parmesan; toss to combine. Serve with more Parmesan.
PASTA WITH TOMATOES AND ZUCCHINI
This quick pasta with tomatoes and zucchini is bursting with flavor, juicy, and packed with fresh vegetables. It makes a terrific vegan family meal ready in about 20 minutes!
Provided by Katia
Categories pasta
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Fill a large pot with salty water and place over high heat to bring it to a boil. Add the pasta to the pot while you're cooking the zucchini.
- Cook until al dente according to the package directions. Reserve about ½ cup of cooking water when you drain the pasta.
- Cut the tomatoes in half, and dice onion and zucchini. If zucchini is large, cut it lengthwise, than cut each half into three long batons. Then slice off the seeds from each baton and cut it into ½-inch cubes.
- Heat the olive oil over medium heat in a large non-stick sauté pan. Add the red onions and cook, stirring frequently, until very soft and pale purple in color, 5-6 minutes. Do not brown.
- Add the zucchini, chili flakes, about ¼ tsp of salt and freshly ground black pepper. Give a good stir and cook over medium-high heat for about 10 minutes or until the zucchini are cooked but still crisp, not mushy.
- Add the tomatoes, stir and cook until the skins burst and the tomatoes begin to release their juices, about 4 minutes. Taste and adjust the seasoning according to your taste.
- Add pasta and parsley to the pan and toss gently to combine. Add a touch of pasta cooking water if the pasta dries out (you don't need all of it, but use just as much as you need to keep everything moist and juicy).
- Taste again and make sure you're happy with the seasoning.
- Remove from the stove and serve immediately with a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil, black pepper and garnished with fresh parsley and parmesan cheese, if you wish.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 269 kcal, Carbohydrate 48 g, Protein 9 g, Fat 5 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 505 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 6 g, UnsaturatedFat 4 g, ServingSize 1 serving
ZUCCHINI-TOMATO PASTA SAUCE
"I came up with this recipe after planting too many zucchini plants in our vegetable garden," writes Joy Turner of Amherst, Ohio. "My husband loved it the first time I served it and now we make it quite often."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h20m
Yield 5 cups.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, melt butter with oil over medium heat. Add onions, cook and stir until tender, 5-7 minutes. Stir in tomatoes, zucchini, garlic, oregano, salt and pepper; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until zucchini is tender and sauce reaches desired consistency, 50-60 minutes. Serve with pasta.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 89 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 266mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
ZUCCHINI "FETTUCCINE" WITH TOMATO SAUCE
Skip the carbs and choose raw zucchini pasta, Food Network Magazine's Zucchini "Fettuccine" with Tomato Sauce recipe, as a healthy pasta alternative.
Provided by Food Network
Time 45m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Trim and peel the zucchini, then use a mandoline or a vegetable peeler to thinly slice lengthwise into wide ribbons (stop when you get to the seeds). Cut the ribbons into 1/4-to-1/2-inch-wide strips to make them look like fettuccine. Transfer to a colander and toss with 3/4 teaspoon salt; let drain in the sink, tossing occasionally, about 30 minutes. Rinse well and pat dry.
- Meanwhile, peel the tomatoes using a sharp vegetable peeler, then halve horizontally and squeeze out the seeds. Puree 1 tomato with the olive oil, garlic, jalapeno, and 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper in a food processor or blender. Transfer to a bowl. Chop the remaining 4 tomatoes and add to the bowl; add the pine nuts, basil, oregano, and salt to taste.
- Divide the zucchini among bowls and top with the tomato sauce. Top with more pine nuts and drizzle with olive oil.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 250 calorie, Fat 20 grams, SaturatedFat 2.5 grams, Cholesterol 0 milligrams, Sodium 161 milligrams, Carbohydrate 14 grams, Fiber 3.5 grams, Protein 5 grams, Sugar 8 grams
SPAGHETTI WITH ZUCCHINI AND TOMATOES
"This dish is a true taste of summer. Every time make it, feel like I'm doing something good for myself," says Tyler.
Provided by Tyler Florence
Categories main-dish
Time 50m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
- Combine the zucchini, yellow squash, tomatoes, fennel, onion, garlic and oregano in a large bowl. Add the olive oil, red pepper flakes and a pinch each of salt and pepper and give it a good toss. Dump that out onto 2 baking sheets and spread it out evenly. Roast until the squash and other vegetables begin to caramelize, 15 to 25 minutes. Scrape the vegetables into a large bowl and cover with a plate to keep warm.
- The pasta water should be boiling by now. Add the spaghetti and stir to separate the strands. Cook until al dente, 8 to 9 minutes, then drain.
- Toss the spaghetti with the vegetable mixture. Squeeze the lemon juice over the top and toss together. Divide among bowls. Garnish with parmesan, if desired.
ZUCCHINI AND TOMATO SKILLET DINNER
Hearty brown rice and vegetables take the place of meat in this saucy one-dish dinner.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 35m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In 10-inch nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Cook onion in oil, stirring occasionally, until tender. Stir in zucchini. Cook 4 to 6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until crisp-tender. Remove from heat.
- Carefully stir in soup, water, pepper sauce and rice. Heat to boiling; reduce heat to low. Cover and cook 13 to 15 minutes or until rice is tender.
- Stir in tomato. Sprinkle with cheese. Cover and cook about 2 minutes or until cheese is melted.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 410, Carbohydrate 70 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 8 g, Protein 13 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 520 mg, Sugar 10 g, TransFat 0 g
TOMATO ZUCCHINI CASSEROLE
A simple vegetable dish that highlights the summer flavors of fresh tomatoes and zucchini. It goes great with grilled meats or poultry.
Provided by DELTAQUEEN50
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Squash Summer Squash
Time 1h15m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Lightly butter a 9x9-inch pan.
- In a large bowl, combine Cheddar, Parmesan, oregano, basil, and garlic. Season with salt and pepper, and set aside.
- Arrange half of the zucchini slices in the pan. Sprinkle 1/4 of the cheese and herb mixture on top. Arrange half of the tomatoes, and top with another 1/4 of the cheese mixture. Repeat layers.
- Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Stir in onions, and cook until soft and translucent. Stir in breadcrumbs; cook until they have absorbed the butter. Sprinkle on top of casserole.
- Cover loosely with foil, and bake in a preheated oven for 25 minutes. Remove foil, and bake until the top is crusty and the vegetables are tender, about 20 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 459.9 calories, Carbohydrate 23.8 g, Cholesterol 90.9 mg, Fat 32.2 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 20.8 g, SaturatedFat 19.7 g, Sodium 953.6 mg, Sugar 5.6 g
PASTA WITH TOMATO, ZUCCHINI AND CREAM SAUCE
Provided by John Rockwell
Categories dinner, pastas, main course
Time 20m
Yield 3 to 4 servings, depending on appetites
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Add oil to skillet. When oil is hot, add the garlic and saute 30 seconds.
- Add zucchini and stir-fry two minutes.
- Add tomatoes and saute for three minutes. Then add tomato sauce and simmer for 10 minutes. Taste first and, if necessary, add salt and sugar. (Mr. Perlman suggests adding the sugar only to counteract the acidity of the tomatoes.)
- Just before serving, add heavy cream and Parmesan cheese; cook for five minutes. Serve with the pasta prepared al dente.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 505, UnsaturatedFat 11 grams, Carbohydrate 73 grams, Fat 17 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 17 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 900 milligrams, Sugar 7 grams
TO DIE FOR ZUCCHINI AND TOMATOES !!!!
OK this is sooooooooo Good. I could eat this 3 times a night and not get sick of it. Zesty and spicy and very tasty.The tomatoes really add to the flavor
Provided by Shirl J 831
Categories Vegetable
Time 30m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Chop finely the onion.
- Slice the zucchini (not to thick).
- Saute the zucchini with the onion, garlic.
- Add all your seasonings.
- Saute this for a few minutes in a pan sprayed with butter pam.
- Do not saute too long as you do not want the zucchini soft.
- Add the tomatoes and simmer few minutes.
- Remove from heat and serve on plates adding parmesan cheese on top.
ROASTED TOMATO AND ZUCCHINI PASTA
The roasting is an extra step that makes a world of difference in this recipe. I didn't use as much oil in this as the recipe states - using cooking spray on the roasting pan and on the vegetables worked very well to replace much of it. From Everyday Food Magazine March/April 2003
Provided by Vino Girl
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 45m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat oven to 450°.
- On rimmed baking sheet, toss zucchini, tomatoes, and garlic with 5 tablespoons oil; season with salt and pepper.
- Spread into single layer; roast until zucchini is lightly browned, 20 to 25 minutes.
- Meanwhile, in large pot of boiling salted water, cook pasta until al dente, about 12 minutes.
- Drain pasta, reserving 1/2 cup cooking water.
- Return pasta to pot. Toss with remaining tablespoon oil; cover.
- Pour reserved pasta water onto baking sheet of cooked vegetables; scrape with a wooden spoon to loosen browned bits.
- Stir vegetables and juices into pasta.
- Add parsley and Parmesan; toss to combine.
- Serve with more Parmesan.
PASTA WITH TOMATOES, ZUCCHINI AND PESTO
Provided by Jeanne Silvestri
Categories Herb Pasta Tomato Vegetable Appetizer Vegetarian Quick & Easy Spring Bon Appétit Florida Peanut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Serves 6
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Heat oil in heavy large pot over medium-high heat. Add zucchini, onion and garlic and saut until zucchini is crisp-tender, about 5 minutes. Add tomatoes with juices and simmer until almost all liquid evaporates, about 8 minutes.
- Meanwhile, cook pasta in large pot of boiling salted water until just tender but still firm to bite. Drain; return to pot.
- Add pesto to pasta and toss to coat. Add zucchini mixture and toss over low heat to combine. Mix in basil. Season pasta with salt and pepper. Transfer pasta to large bowl. Serve, passing Parmesan cheese separately.
TOMATO AND ZUCCHINI CASSEROLE WITH CRISP CHEDDAR TOPPING
This casserole is a modern twist on an old favorite, the tomato-zucchini bake. But instead of a Parmesan and bread-crumb topping, this one is covered in a savory oat and Cheddar crumble that crisps and browns in the oven. Dollops of garlicky, herbed ricotta make the casserole wonderfully rich and creamy, while olives liven it up with their salty tang. This is equally good warm or at room temperature, preferably served within four hours of baking so the topping stays crunchy. Or you could make it the night before and reheat it in a 375-degree oven until bubbling. It makes an excellent side dish or meatless main course.
Provided by Melissa Clark
Categories dinner, casseroles, main course
Time 1h
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Heat oven to 400 degrees and butter a 9- by 13-inch casserole dish or 2-quart gratin dish.
- In a food processor or blender, purée the ricotta, basil and garlic.
- Toss tomatoes, zucchini and 1 teaspoon salt in casserole to combine, then spread into an even layer. Dollop with ricotta mixture and scatter olives evenly across the top.
- In a medium bowl, combine flour, oats, cheese, oregano or marjoram, lemon zest, cayenne and a large pinch of salt. Use your fingertips to work in the 5 tablespoons butter; you should end up with small clumps. Scatter clumps over vegetables, then drizzle liberally with olive oil.
- Bake until golden and bubbly, 35 to 45 minutes. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 300, UnsaturatedFat 9 grams, Carbohydrate 19 grams, Fat 21 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 11 grams, SaturatedFat 11 grams, Sodium 444 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams, TransFat 0 grams
ZUCCHINI TOMATO SOUP
There's garden-fresh flavor in every spoonful of this easy-to-make soup. I like it for a low-calorie lunch, along with a roll and fruit for dessert. It serves just two, so you don't end up with leftovers. -Nancy Johnson, Laverne, Oklahoma
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 20m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large skillet, saute zucchini and onion in oil until crisp-tender. Sprinkle with salt. Add the V8 juice, tomato, pepper and basil; cook until heated through. Sprinkle with cheese and bacon if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 89 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 545mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
ZUCCHINI TOMATO SOUP II
A great way to use up all those extra fresh tomatoes and zucchini from the garden during late summer. My family loves this soup! If you like, this soup can be thinned with a little bit of milk or cream.
Provided by TUDES
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Vegetable Soup Recipes Tomato Soup Recipes
Time 1h5m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- In a large colander, sprinkle salt over zucchini slices. Let stand 30 minutes to drain then pat dry.
- In a stockpot, heat vegetable oil over medium high heat. Sautee zucchini onion and garlic in the hot oil for about 10 minutes or until onions are translucent. Stir in the chicken broth and tomato; simmer for 20 minutes. Remove the vegetables from the broth using a slotted spoon and puree them in a blender or food processor.
- Return the pureed vegetables to the stockpot and stir in the lemon juice, sugar, oregano, basil, parsley and nutmeg. Season with Worcestershire sauce, hot pepper sauce and salt and pepper to taste. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 46.4 calories, Carbohydrate 5 g, Fat 2.9 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 476.2 mg, Sugar 2.5 g
Tips:
- Use ripe tomatoes. This will give your sauce a richer flavor.
- Don't overcrowd the pan when cooking the zucchini. This will prevent it from getting soggy.
- Season the zucchini well with salt and pepper. This will help to bring out its natural flavor.
- Add some fresh herbs to the sauce, such as basil or oregano. This will give it a pop of flavor.
- Serve the pasta with grated Parmesan cheese. This will add a salty, nutty flavor to the dish.
Conclusion:
This tomato zucchini pasta supper is a quick and easy meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. It is packed with flavor and is sure to be a hit with the whole family. So next time you're looking for a simple and delicious pasta dish, give this recipe a try.
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