Indulge in a culinary journey with our delectable pasta recipes, each offering a unique twist on the classic combination of tomatoes and beans. From the vibrant flavors of Mediterranean-inspired dishes to the hearty comfort of Italian classics, our collection caters to every palate. Dive into the aromatic embrace of Pasta with Tomatoes and Cannellini Beans, where juicy tomatoes, tender beans, and fragrant herbs dance together in a symphony of flavors. Experience the rustic charm of Pasta and Beans in a Spicy Tomato Sauce, where fiery chilies add a touch of heat to the rich tomato base. Transport yourself to the sun-kissed shores of Italy with Spaghetti with Cherry Tomatoes and White Beans, a delightful medley of sweet tomatoes, creamy beans, and fresh basil. For a vegan delight, explore our Pasta with Tomato Sauce and Chickpeas, where succulent chickpeas replace traditional meat, creating a satisfying and protein-packed meal. Embark on a culinary adventure with our diverse selection of pasta recipes, each promising an unforgettable taste experience.
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PASTA, BEANS AND TOMATOES
Many vegan dishes (like fruit salad and peanut butter and jelly) are already beloved, but the problem faced by many of us is in imagining less-traditional dishes that are interesting and not challenging. Here is a more creative option to try.
Provided by Mark Bittman
Categories dinner, easy, quick, pastas, main course
Time 10m
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Saute; a couple of cloves of chopped garlic in olive oil in a large, deep skillet over medium heat.
- Add 2 cups of chopped fresh or canned tomatoes and cook for 5 minutes, or until saucy; add 1.5 cups canned white beans (or about 1 cup of cooked beans) and heat until bubbly.
- Add a little more minced garlic, then a pound of cooked penne pasta.
- Add fresh basil and a bit more oil and serve.
TOMATO & GARLIC BUTTER BEAN DINNER
On the days I get home late and just want a warm meal, I stir together tomatoes, garlic and butter beans. Ladle it over noodles if you're in the mood for pasta. -Jessica Meyers, Austin, Texas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 15m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add garlic; cook and stir until tender, 30-45 seconds. Add tomatoes, beans, spinach, Italian seasoning and pepper; cook until spinach is wilted, stirring occasionally. If desired, serve with pasta and cheese. Freeze option: Freeze cooled bean mixture in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally; add water if necessary.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 147 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 353mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 9g fiber), Protein 8g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
PASTA AND BEANS
This recipe is so quick and has been in my Italian family for years!
Provided by JENNIFER75
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pasta
Time 20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a medium size saucepan heat the olive oil. Saute onion until tender. Stir in tomatoes and entire can of beans. Let simmer for 10 minutes.
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add penne pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
- Mix pasta with bean mixture and salt as desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 278.5 calories, Carbohydrate 46 g, Fat 6.4 g, Fiber 6.1 g, Protein 9.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 227.5 mg, Sugar 4 g
PENNE WITH TOMATOES & WHITE BEANS
I learned how to make this dish from friends in Genoa, Italy, where they're known for creating tasty combinations of veggies, pasta and beans. You can sub feta cheese to give this a Greek twist. -Trisha Kruse, Eagle, Idaho
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add garlic; cook and stir 1 minute. Add tomatoes and beans. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 5-7 minutes to allow flavors to blend., Add spinach, olives, salt and pepper; cook and stir over medium heat until spinach is wilted. Drain pasta; top with tomato mixture and cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 491 calories, Fat 13g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 9mg cholesterol, Sodium 1505mg sodium, Carbohydrate 77g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 9g fiber), Protein 19g protein.
PASTA WITH TOMATOES
Earlene Ertelt of Woodburn, Oregon found the recipe for Pasta with Tomatoes in the newspaper a few years ago and has used it frequently ever since. "My husband, Charles, and I are busy on our farm and with other activities, so quick and easy dishes like this one are very important to me," Earlene asserts.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 10m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Combine the tomatoes, basil, garlic, salt and pepper. Serve over pasta. If desired, garnish with basil and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 245 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 610mg sodium, Carbohydrate 50g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 9g protein.
PENNE WITH ROASTED TOMATOES, GARLIC, AND WHITE BEANS
Provided by Ellie Krieger
Categories main-dish
Time 1h5m
Yield 4 (1 1/2 cup) servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F.
- Slice each tomato into 8 wedges and discard the seeds. Put the tomato wedges and garlic into a 9 by 13-inch roasting pan. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and sprinkle with salt and a few turns of pepper. Roast in the oven, uncovered, for 40 minutes.
- Drain the beans into a large colander in the sink. Cook the pasta according to the directions on the package. Drain the pasta into the colander containing the beans, so the hot pasta water will warm the beans. Return drained pasta and beans to the pasta pot.
- When the tomatoes are done, pick out the garlic cloves, squeeze the garlic out of the skin into a small bowl and mash with a fork. Pour the roasted tomatoes into the pasta pot, add the garlic, the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil, the basil and additional salt and pepper, to taste. Toss to combine. Serve topped with the Parmesan.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 461 calorie, Fat 9.4 grams, SaturatedFat 1.8 grams, Cholesterol 4 milligrams, Sodium 199 milligrams, Carbohydrate 77 grams, Fiber 9 grams, Protein 19 grams
TUSCAN WHITE BEAN PASTA
This Tuscan White Bean Pasta is a fast and flavorful dish that is perfect for weeknight dinners. Caramelized garlic, basil, and Parmesan add BIG flavor!
Provided by Beth - Budget Bytes
Categories Dinner Lunch Main Course
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Fill a large pot with water and place over high heat to bring it to a boil. Once boiling, add the pasta and cook according to the package directions (boil for 7-10 minutes). Drain the pasta in a colander.
- While you're waiting for the water to boil, mince the garlic. Heat the olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-low heat. Add the garlic and sauté for about a minute, or until it has softened and become very fragrant.
- Add the tomatoes, salt, pepper and basil. Sauté the tomatoes until the skins burst and the tomatoes begin to release their juices. It's important to not have the heat under the skillet too high here or the garlic may burn before the tomatoes break down. You want the garlic to brown and caramelize a bit, but not burn.
- Once the tomatoes begin to break down, add the spinach and stir it into the tomatoes until it is about half way wilted.
- Rinse and drain the can of cannellini beans. Add the beans to the skillet and stir until they are heated through. The tomato juices will have created a thick sauce-like mixture on the bottom of the skillet at this point. Taste the mixture and add a bit more salt if needed. It should be slightly on the salty side in order to properly flavor the pasta.
- Add the cooked and drained pasta to the skillet. Toss until the pasta is coated in the sticky sauce and everything is combined. Top with shredded parmesan, plus add a bit of Parmesan to the top of each bowl.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving, Calories 556.63 kcal, Carbohydrate 80.93 g, Protein 28.7 g, Fat 13.78 g, Fiber 11.13 g, Sodium 1134.93 mg
PENNE WITH PAN-ROASTED TOMATOES AND WHITE BEANS
This pasta dish is pretty spectacular. It's just a few ingredients that combine to make something fabulous-and that, in a nutshell, is the secret of Italian cooking. The roasted tomatoes and roasted garlic are rich and delicious, the beans add protein and texture, and the basil brings a fresh flavor.
Yield serves 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, for 10 minutes, or until al dente. Drain the pasta in a colander and return it to the pot.
- Meanwhile, cut the tomatoes in half, scrape the seeds out of each half with a small tool or your finger, and cut into 1-inch pieces. Peel the garlic and leave the cloves whole. Coarsely chop the basil leaves.
- Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the tomatoes and garlic, cover, and cook for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the garlic is soft. Remove the garlic from the pan and set aside. Put the beans in a strainer and rinse under running water. Drain the beans and add them to the pan, then remove the pan from the heat. Smash the garlic with a fork and add it to the drained pasta. Add the tomatoes and basil, stir well, and season with salt and pepper. Pour the pasta into a large serving bowl, sprinkle with the Parmesan cheese, and serve immediately.
- Basil is native to India, though it's since become integral to the cooking of countries as far a field as Italy and Thailand. When it migrated to Italy, it became a symbol of love, with young women wearing sprigs in their hair to encourage their suitors.
GREEK PASTA WITH TOMATOES AND WHITE BEANS
An easy, quick, and tasty recipe. The flavors are wonderfully different as they are combined and meld together.
Provided by Joelene Craver
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Greek
Time 25m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Cook the pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water until al dente.
- Meanwhile, combine tomatoes and beans in a large non-stick skillet. Bring to a boil over medium high heat. Reduce heat, and simmer 10 minutes.
- Add spinach to the sauce; cook for 2 minutes or until spinach wilts, stirring constantly.
- Serve sauce over pasta, and sprinkle with feta.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 459.8 calories, Carbohydrate 79 g, Cholesterol 16.7 mg, Fat 5.9 g, Fiber 11.5 g, Protein 23.4 g, SaturatedFat 3.2 g, Sodium 592.8 mg, Sugar 8.3 g
RAW TOMATO AND GREEN BEAN PASTA
This quick and simple salad is a colorful, delicious and easy-to-transport alternative to pasta salad.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Pasta and Grains
Time 25m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook pasta 3 minutes less than package instructions, then add beans and cook until just tender. Drain and return to pot.
- Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine tomatoes, garlic, oil, and vinegar. Season with salt and pepper.
- Add pasta, beans, and half the feta and herbs; toss to combine and season. Serve warm or at room temperature. Sprinkle with remaining feta and herbs.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 592 g, Fat 23 g, Fiber 8 g, Protein 20 g, SaturatedFat 8 g
HERBED SPAGHETTI WITH TOMATOES AND WHITE BEANS
Parsley and lightly cooked tomatoes add brightness to this classic Italian pairing of pasta and white beans.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Pasta and Grains
Time 35m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Cook pasta in a large pot of salted water until al dente, 9 to 10 minutes. Add beans during last minute of cooking. Drain and return to pot, reserving 1/2 cup pasta water.
- Meanwhile, combine parsley, lemon juice and zest, and 1 tablespoon oil in a food processor; pulse until finely chopped. In a large skillet, heat remaining oil over medium-high. Add garlic and red-pepper flakes; cook, stirring often, until golden brown, 3 to 4 minutes. Add tomatoes, season with salt, and cook until tomatoes burst and thicken, adding a little pasta water until consistency is saucy.
- Toss parsley mixture and remaining pasta water with pasta; season with salt and pepper. Serve, topped with tomato sauce and sprinkled with parsley and cheese.
Tips:
- Choose ripe, flavorful tomatoes: The quality of your tomatoes will greatly impact the flavor of your pasta. Look for tomatoes that are deep red and have a slightly soft texture.
- Use a variety of beans: Don't be afraid to experiment with different types of beans. Cannellini beans, kidney beans, and black beans are all great options.
- Sauté your vegetables: Sautéing your vegetables before adding them to the pasta will help to develop their flavor and create a more complex dish.
- Use a good quality olive oil: Olive oil is an essential ingredient in Italian cooking. Make sure to use a good quality olive oil that has a fruity flavor.
- Season your pasta water: Salting your pasta water is an important step that often gets overlooked. Salting the water helps to season the pasta and makes it more flavorful.
- Cook your pasta al dente: Al dente pasta is cooked to a slightly firm texture. This is the ideal texture for pasta with tomatoes and beans.
- Add fresh herbs: Fresh herbs like basil, oregano, and thyme can really brighten up the flavor of your pasta. Add them at the end of cooking for the best flavor.
Conclusion:
Pasta with tomatoes and beans is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for lunch or dinner. With endless variations, you can customize this recipe to suit your own taste preferences. Whether you like your pasta spicy, cheesy, or vegetarian, there's a recipe out there for you. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give pasta with tomatoes and beans a try. You won't be disappointed!
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