Best 8 Pasta With Mozzarella Mint Fresh Tomato Sauce Recipes

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Indulge in a symphony of flavors with this delectable Pasta with Mozzarella, Mint, and Fresh Tomato Sauce. This dish is a delightful blend of textures and tastes that will tantalize your palate. The juicy, sun-ripened tomatoes burst with sweetness and acidity, creating a vibrant sauce that coats every strand of pasta. The rich, gooey mozzarella cheese adds a creamy, stretchy element that complements the tangy tomatoes perfectly. Fresh mint adds a refreshing, herbaceous note that brightens the dish and balances the richness of the cheese. This easy-to-make pasta dish is perfect for a quick and flavorful weeknight meal. With variations for vegetarians and those with dietary restrictions, this recipe offers something for everyone to enjoy.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

PASTA WITH MINT, BASIL AND FRESH MOZZARELLA



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In this green pasta dish, basil, mint, Parmesan and garlic are blended into a smooth pesto-like sauce, then tossed with pasta, creamy mozzarella and crunchy pine nuts just before serving. Marinating the mozzarella in some of the sauce as the pasta cooks imbues the mild cheese with flavor, and allows it to start softening so it melts in contact with the pasta. Serve this hot or warm, when the cheese is supple and a little runny.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     dinner, easy, quick, weekday, pastas, main course

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/4 cup pine nuts
2/3 cup grated Parmesan, plus more for garnish
4 cups fresh basil leaves, plus more torn leaves for garnish
1 cup fresh mint leaves, plus more torn leaves for garnish
2 garlic cloves, finely grated or minced
1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt, or to taste
Pinch red chile flakes
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more as needed
8 ounces fresh bocconcini or mozzarella, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
12 ounces pasta, such as campanelle or fusilli
Coarsely ground black pepper

Steps:

  • In a small skillet over medium heat, toast pine nuts, shaking the pan frequently, until golden, about 3 minutes. Transfer to a plate to cool.
  • In a blender or mini food processor, combine Parmesan, basil, mint, garlic, salt and chile flakes. Pulse to combine, then add oil and process until smooth, adding more oil if needed to make a smooth paste. Taste and adjust salt and chile flakes if needed.
  • Transfer 2 tablespoons sauce to a small bowl and stir in mozzarella. Cover and let marinate at room temperature while boiling the pasta.
  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente. Use a mug to scoop out approximately 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain pasta. Transfer pasta to a serving bowl.
  • To serve, toss pasta with sauce and marinated mozzarella, adding a little of the reserved pasta water if the mixture looks dry. (It's O.K. if the mozzarella melts slightly while you're tossing.) Top with pine nuts, torn basil and mint, black pepper, Parmesan and another drizzle of oil to serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 785, UnsaturatedFat 32 grams, Carbohydrate 67 grams, Fat 47 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 25 grams, SaturatedFat 12 grams, Sodium 417 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams

PENNE WITH FRESH TOMATOES, BASIL, AND FRESH MOZZARELLA



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 35m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

Salt
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil plus 2 tablespoons, divided
1 1/2 tablespoons chopped garlic
5 cups chopped fresh tomatoes
1 pound penne pasta
1/2 cup shredded basil
Freshly ground black pepper
3/4 pound fresh salted mozzarella, sliced or cubed
1/2 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano

Steps:

  • Put a large pot of salted water on for the pasta. Meanwhile, prepare your sauce. In a large skillet, heat 1/4 cup of the olive oil. Add the garlic and cook until just fragrant, about 1 minute or less. Add the tomatoes and cook them for 3 to 5 minutes, just until they begin to release some of their juice.
  • Cook the pasta in the pot of salted boiling water for 12 to 13 minutes until al dente. Drain the pasta. Add the pasta and basil to the pan with the tomatoes and toss. Season, to taste, with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
  • Serve the pasta in bowls, equally distribute the fresh mozzarella and grated Parmesan between the bowls. Drizzle the remaining olive oil over the bowls of pasta and serve immediately.

BAKED SPAGHETTI AND MOZZARELLA



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This new take on spaghetti is baked with fresh mozzarella, canned tomatoes, and aromatic basil for a crispy casserole main dish.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Main Dish Recipes     Casserole Recipes

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 7

Coarse salt
2 cans (28 ounces each) whole peeled tomatoes
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 garlic cloves, smashed and peeled
3/4 pound spaghetti
2 cups packed basil leaves (from 1 bunch), torn if large
3/4 pound fresh mozzarella, cut into 1/2-inch pieces (2 1/2 cups)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Set a large pot of salted water to boil. In a food processor, pulse tomatoes until coarsely chopped. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add tomatoes and bring to a boil. Cook at a rapid simmer until sauce thickens, about 12 minutes. Meanwhile, cook pasta 5 minutes (it will still be crunchy). Drain pasta and return to pot. Add tomato sauce, basil, and half the mozzarella and toss to combine. Transfer mixture to a 3-quart baking dish and top with remaining cheese. Bake until cheese is golden and edges are bubbling, about 25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 724 g, Fat 27 g, Fiber 6 g, Protein 33 g

PASTA WITH MOZZARELLA, MINT & FRESH TOMATO SAUCE



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A fresh but filling dish full of light summer flavours

Provided by Jane Hornby

Categories     Dinner, Main course, Pasta

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 11

zest and juice 1 lemon
1 red onion , very finely chopped
400g spaghetti
6 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil , plus extra for drizzling
4 tsp small capers
1 red chilli , deseeded and finely chopped
pinch of sugar
500g red ripe cherry tomatoes , quartered
bunch mint , leaves torn
handful chives , snipped
1 or 2 x 125g balls buffalo mozzarella , depending on how lavish you feel

Steps:

  • Put the lemon juice and zest into a large bowl, tip in the onion, then season with salt and pepper. Set aside for 10 mins, to let the onion soften a little.
  • Boil the spaghetti for 10 mins. Mix the oil, capers, chilli and sugar into the lemony onions, then season generously.
  • When the pasta is ready, drain, toss with a splash of oil, then let cool awhile. Put into the bowl with the dressing, tip in the tomatoes and most of the herbs, then toss well. Tear in the mozzarella and toss ever so gently. Put into bowls, top with more herbs and drizzle with more oil to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 763 calories, Fat 40 grams fat, SaturatedFat 12 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 81 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 9 grams sugar, Fiber 5 grams fiber, Protein 25 grams protein, Sodium 0.91 milligram of sodium

PASTA WITH MOZZARELLA, TOMATOES AND FRESH BASIL



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During the summer season, I like to prepare this pasta salad featuring garden-fresh tomatoes and basil. Fresh mozzarella adds a tasty touch.-Ken Churches, Kailua-Kona, HI

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

12 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, cubed
6 tablespoons olive oil
4 teaspoons minced garlic
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1 package (16 ounces) uncooked linguine
1 cup chopped fresh basil leaves
3 medium tomatoes, chopped

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the cheese, oil, garlic, salt and pepper; let stand at room temperature for 1 hour., Meanwhile, cook linguine according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water. Add to cheese mixture. Stir in basil and tomatoes. Serve at room temperature or chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 574 calories, Fat 28g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 45mg cholesterol, Sodium 483mg sodium, Carbohydrate 61g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 21g protein.

PASTA WITH FRESH TOMATO SAUCE



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Capture the pure taste of summer with this pasta. The secret: using raw, fresh tomatoes that have never seen the inside of a refrigerator for the tomato sauce. Recipe copyright 2012 by Eugenia Bone.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Pasta and Grains

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 1/4 pounds unrefrigerated ripe tomatoes (preferably plum)
1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
1 tablespoon flat-leaf parsley
1 tablespoon chopped garlic (from 2 garlic cloves), plus more if desired
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
1 pound spaghetti or spaghettini
Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving (optional)

Steps:

  • Finely chop tomatoes, basil, parsley, and garlic, and mix together with oil (or pulse ingredients, including oil, in a food processor to blend).
  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta, and cook until al dente. Drain pasta, and toss it in a serving bowl with the raw sauce. Transfer to 6 shallow bowls, and drizzle with oil. Serve with cheese.

QUICK TOMATO-BASIL PASTA WITH FRESH MOZZARELLA



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Look for fresh mini mozzarella balls in the gourmet cheese section of your supermarket. This is an easy meal to prepare, and a delicious one ot eat!! Campanelle can also be used for the pasta.

Provided by Chef mariajane

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
4 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes
5 tablespoons fresh basil, roughly chopped
1/4 teaspoon sugar
table salt
1 lb fusilli
8 ounces fresh mozzarella balls, mini, drained and cut in half
1/3 cup parmesan cheese, grated

Steps:

  • Bring 4 quarts water to boil in large pot.
  • Meanwhile, heat 2 tablespoons oil, garlic, and pepper flakes in medium saucepan over medium heat until fragrant but not brown, about 2 minutes. Stir in crushed and diced tomatoes, bring to simmer, and cook until slightly thickened, 15-20 minutes. Stir in 3 tablespoons basil, sugar and 1/2 teaspoons salt.
  • Add 1 tablespoons salt and pasta to boiling water. Cook until al dente. Reserve 1/4 cup cooking water, drain pasta, and transfer back to pot. Stir in sauce and remaining tablespoons oil, and cook over medium heat until heated through (adding reserved water if pasta seems dry), about 1 minute. Stir in mozzarella and season with salt. Serve, sprinkling with remaining 2 tablespoons basil and Parmesan.

TOMATO-BASIL PASTA WITH FRESH MOZZARELLA



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Fragrant fresh basil, fresh mozarella and the sweet flavor of organic tomatoes set this pasta apart from others.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped (1/2 cup)
4 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 can (28 oz) Muir Glen™ organic whole peeled tomatoes, undrained, cut up
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil leaves
3 cups uncooked rigatoni, penne or ziti pasta (8 oz)
8 oz fresh mozzarella cheese, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1/4 cup pine nuts, toasted

Steps:

  • In 12-inch skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add onion and garlic; cook 3 to 4 minutes, stirring frequently, until onion is crisp-tender. Stir in tomatoes. Heat to boiling. Reduce heat; simmer uncovered 20 to 25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened. Stir in basil.
  • Meanwhile, cook and drain pasta as directed on box.
  • Stir pasta into sauce. Cook until thoroughly heated. Into large serving bowl, pour pasta and sauce. Gently stir in cheese and pine nuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 640, Carbohydrate 79 g, Cholesterol 50 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 8 g, Protein 26 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 820 mg, Sugar 9 g, TransFat 0 g

Tips:

  • Fresh Ingredients: Use fresh, ripe tomatoes for the best flavor. If tomatoes are not in season, you can use canned crushed tomatoes instead.
  • Quality Cheese: Use high-quality mozzarella cheese for the best results. Look for a cheese that is soft and creamy.
  • Fresh Herbs: Fresh mint adds a refreshing flavor to the sauce. If you don't have fresh mint on hand, you can use dried mint instead.
  • Cook the Pasta Al Dente: Cook the pasta according to the package directions, but make sure to remove it from the pot a minute or two before it is fully cooked. This will ensure that the pasta is still firm and has a bit of a bite to it.
  • Don't Overcook the Sauce: The tomato sauce should be cooked just long enough to heat through and thicken slightly. Overcooking the sauce will make it lose its flavor.

Conclusion:

This pasta dish is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. The fresh tomatoes, mozzarella cheese, and mint give the dish a light and refreshing flavor that is sure to please everyone at the table. Serve this dish with a side of garlic bread or a salad for a complete meal.

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