TOMATO-SESAME PASTA TOSS

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This hearty warm pasta salad features so many flavors and textures, it's amazing they all fit in one bowl! "The sesame oil and soy sauce give it an Asian flair," shares Betty Mitchem of Satsuma, Alabama.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 7 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

4 quarts water
8 ounces uncooked angel hair pasta, broken in half
2 cups fresh broccoli florets
14 to 16 cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
1 cup torn fresh spinach
3 green onions, thinly sliced
1/4 cup cashews
1/4 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
2 tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons sesame oil
2 teaspoons lime juice
1 garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon finely chopped jalapeno pepper

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, bring water to a boil. Add pasta; boil for 4 minutes. Add broccoli, boil 2 minutes longer or until pasta is tender. Rinse with cold water and drain. Transfer to a large bowl. Add the tomatoes, mushrooms, spinach, onions and cashews; toss. , In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the remaining ingredients; shake well. Pour over pasta mixture; gently toss to coat.

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Jahanzaib khan Mithani
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This is a great recipe for a light and refreshing summer meal. I love the combination of sweet tomatoes, nutty sesame, and savory garlic and ginger.


Dulce Guzman
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I'm not a big fan of tomatoes, but I really enjoyed this dish. The sesame sauce is creamy and flavorful, and the tomatoes add a nice sweetness.


Hisense Hopper
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This pasta toss is a great way to use up leftover chicken or tofu. It's also a great vegetarian option.


Edu Sweet
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I love the fresh, vibrant flavors in this dish. It's a great way to celebrate the summer harvest.


Jadine Merritt
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. I always have the ingredients on hand and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Affan Mughal
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a hit. I like to serve it with a side of crusty bread to soak up all the delicious sauce.


Mallory Oconner
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This pasta toss is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the sweet tomatoes and the crunchy sesame seeds.


Aarish Ahmed
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I'm not a huge fan of sesame, but I really enjoyed this dish. The flavors were well-balanced and the sesame wasn't overpowering.


Tristan Daisey
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This is one of my favorite pasta dishes. It's so simple to make, but it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Darkstarinthesky ! (Chad Stoll)
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination.


Dipto
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This pasta toss is a great way to use up leftover roasted tomatoes. I also like to add a handful of chopped fresh basil or parsley for extra flavor.


Tereza Andalo
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I love how versatile this dish is. I've used different types of pasta, vegetables, and even protein, and it always turns out great.


mohamat thassim
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This tomato sesame pasta toss is a quick and easy weeknight meal that's packed with flavor. The combination of sweet tomatoes, nutty sesame, and savory garlic and ginger is simply irresistible.