Best 7 Spaghetti With Summer Squash And Peppers Recipes

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Zucchini is a versatile summer squash that can be used in a variety of dishes, from savory to sweet. Spaghetti with Summer Squash and Peppers is a light and flavorful pasta dish that showcases the best of summer produce. This recipe features zucchini, bell peppers, and tomatoes tossed with spaghetti and a simple garlic and olive oil sauce. It's a quick and easy meal that's perfect for a weeknight dinner. If you're looking for a more robust flavor, try the Sausage and Zucchini Spaghetti. This recipe combines zucchini with Italian sausage, onion, and garlic in a rich tomato sauce. It's a hearty and satisfying dish that's sure to please everyone at the table.

And if you're looking for a vegetarian option, the Zucchini and Corn Pasta is a great choice. This recipe features zucchini, corn, and red onion in a creamy pesto sauce. It's a colorful and flavorful dish that's perfect for a summer lunch or dinner. No matter which recipe you choose, you're sure to enjoy the fresh and flavorful taste of zucchini in these delicious pasta dishes.

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SUMMER SQUASH PASTA WITH ROASTED RED PEPPER SAUCE RECIPE BY TASTY



Summer Squash Pasta With Roasted Red Pepper Sauce Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: red bell peppers, olive oil, shallots, garlic, large yellow squash, large zucchinis, salt, pepper, cornstarch, red pepper flake, milk, fresh basil

Provided by Kahnita Wilkerson

Categories     Lunch

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 red bell peppers
½ tablespoon olive oil
2 shallots, finely chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 large yellow squash
2 large zucchinis
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
1 ½ tablespoons cornstarch
red pepper flake, to taste
1 ½ cups milk
1 bunch fresh basil, roughly chopped

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 500°F (260°C).
  • Spiralize the yellow squash and zucchinis into a large bowl.
  • Bring a large skillet over medium heat and add olive oil.
  • Sauté shallots and garlic until golden brown and soft, about 2-3 minutes. Season with salt and pepper and stir. Remove from heat and set aside.
  • Quarter and deseed the red bell peppers and arrange onto a parchment paper-lined baking sheet.
  • Roast the red peppers until black and charred bits appear, about 25-30 minutes.
  • Carefully remove the red peppers from the oven and remove the charred black bits.
  • Transfer the roasted peppers to a blender and add salt, pepper, cornstarch, red pepper flakes, sautéed shallot and garlic, and milk. Blend on high speed until creamy. Set aside.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium heat.
  • Pour the pepper sauce in the skillet to thicken and simmer, about 2-3 minutes. Reduce heat to low and continue simmering.
  • Add the spiralized veggies and stir to coat, cooking for 2-3 minutes.
  • Add basil and stir, 2-3 minutes.
  • Serve with red pepper flakes and basil.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 116 calories, Carbohydrate 18 grams, Fat 3 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 5 grams, Sugar 11 grams

SUMMER SQUASH PASTA PRIMAVERA



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SINCE I eat very little meat, I'm always on the lookout for vegetarian and low-fat recipes. I came up with this recipe after a lot of experimenting. I used tomatoes as a base for the sauce, and my version of pasta primavera has been enjoyed by both family and friends.-Clara DelVitto, Midlothian, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup sliced onion
1/2 cup julienned green or sweet red pepper
2 teaspoons olive oil
1/2 cup sliced zucchini
1/2 cup sliced yellow summer squash
2 medium fresh mushrooms, sliced
3/4 cup stewed tomatoes
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
2 cups hot cooked pasta
Shredded Parmesan cheese, optional

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute onion and green pepper in oil until crisp-tender. Add the zucchini, yellow squash and mushrooms; saute for 1 minute. Add tomatoes and basil. Bring to a boil; reduce heat. Cover and simmer for 8-10 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Toss with pasta; sprinkle with cheese if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 296 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 170mg sodium, Carbohydrate 53g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

SPAGHETTI WITH ZUCCHINI AND TOMATOES



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"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

Kosher salt
1 medium zucchini, sliced into thin rounds
1 medium yellow summer squash, sliced into thin rounds
1 pint cherry tomatoes
1 bulb fennel, trimmed, cored and thinly sliced
1/2 onion, finely chopped
4 cloves garlic, chopped
2 tablespoons chopped fresh oregano
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Freshly ground pepper
1 pound spaghetti
Juice of 1 lemon
Grated parmesan cheese, for topping

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.

SPAGHETTI SQUASH WITH SWEET PEPPERS



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"For a dish with harvesttime appeal, you can't go wrong with this veggie medley I created," assures Julie Varilek of Box Elder, South Dakota. "Served with breadsticks, it makes a satisfying main dish or a hearty side. I grow so much spaghetti squash, I often prepare this through February."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 medium spaghetti squash (2 pounds)
1/2 medium green pepper, sliced
1/2 medium sweet red pepper, sliced
4 medium fresh mushrooms, sliced
1 small onion, chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 medium tomatoes, quartered
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 cup chicken broth
1/4 teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cut squash in half lengthwise; discard seeds. Place squash cut side down in a microwave-safe dish or plate. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 10-12 minutes or until tender. Cool., In a large nonstick skillet, saute the peppers, mushrooms and onion in oil until tender. Add tomatoes and garlic; saute 4-5 minutes longer. Add the broth and salt; simmer, uncovered, for 3-4 minutes., When squash is cool enough to handle, use a fork to separate strands. Place squash on a serving platter or individual plates; top with the pepper mixture. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 110 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 372mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SPAGHETTI WITH SUMMER SQUASH AND TOMATOES



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Provided by Tyler Florence

Categories     main-dish

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

Kosher salt
1 zucchini, sliced into thin rounds
1 summer squash, sliced into thin rounds
1 pint cherry tomatoes
1/2 onion, finely chopped
1 garlic clove, chopped
1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano leaves
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Freshly ground black pepper
1 pound spaghetti

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat for the spaghetti.
  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Combine the squashes, tomatoes, onion, garlic, and oregano in a large bowl. Add the olive oil, sprinkle with salt and pepper, and give it all a good toss. Dump that out onto a baking sheet and roast for 10 to 12 minutes, until the squash is tender and caramelized. Scrape the vegetables into a large pasta bowl and cover with a plate to keep everything warm.
  • The pasta water should be boiling by now. Add the spaghetti and stir to separate the strands. Cook for 8 to 9 minutes, until al dente.
  • To finish, scoop out about 1/4 cup of the pasta cooking water, drain the pasta, and toss gently with the roasted vegetables and Grilled Shrimp. Add the pasta water if needed.

SPAGHETTI WITH SUMMER SQUASH AND PEPPERS



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Make and share this Spaghetti With Summer Squash and Peppers recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Fishgettersgirl

Categories     Spaghetti

Time 40m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 slice day-old whole-grain peasant bread
2 1/2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
4 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
1 1/2 tablespoons finely chopped walnuts
1/4 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley (Italian)
1 teaspoon salt
1 small yellow squash, cut into 2 inch (5-cm)
1 small zucchini, cut into 2 inch (courgette)
1 cup shredded carrot
1 small red bell pepper, cut into julienne (capsicum)
1/4 cup diced yellow bell pepper (capsicum)
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
1/2 lb whole wheat spaghetti (wholemeal)

Steps:

  • In a blender or food processor, process the bread to make fine crumbs.
  • In a large nonstick frying pan, heat 1 1/2 teaspoon olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced garlic and sauté until lightly golden, about 1 minute. Stir in the bread crumbs and cook until lightly browned and crunchy, 3-4 minutes.
  • Transfer to a bowl and stir in the walnuts, parsley, and 1/2 teaspoon the salt: set aside.
  • Add the remaining 2 tablespoons oil to the pan and heat over medium heat.
  • Add the yellow squash, zucchini, and carrot and sauté until the vegetables are tender-crisp, about 5 minutes. Transfer to a plate and keep warm.
  • Add the bell peppers to the pan and sauté until they begin to soften, about 2 minutes. Stir in the remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt and the pepper. Return the squash mixture to the pan and toss to mix. Set aside and keep warm.
  • Fill a large pot three-fourths full with water and bring to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook until al dente, 10-12 minutes, or according to package directions. Drain the pasta thoroughly.
  • In a warmed shallow serving bowl, combine the spaghetti, vegetables, and bread crumb mixture. Toss gently to mix.
  • Serve immediately. This dish does not reheat well.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 328.6, Fat 11.4, SaturatedFat 1.6, Sodium 616.5, Carbohydrate 51.1, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 3.9, Protein 10.4

PASTA WITH PEPPERS, SQUASH, AND TOMATOES



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This dish capitalizes on the flavors of the cherry tomatoes and sausage for a hearty dinner.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Pork Recipes

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 9

Coarse salt
3/4 pound rigatoni
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 pound sweet or spicy Italian sausage, casings removed
1 bell pepper (not green), cut into 1/4-inch strips
1 small yellow squash, cut into 1/4-inch rounds
2 pounds cherry tomatoes, halved
Red-pepper flakes
Grated Pecorino Romano, for serving

Steps:

  • In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook pasta according to package instructions. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain.
  • Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium-high. Add sausage and cook, breaking apart with a slotted spoon, until cooked through, about 6 minutes. With slotted spoon, transfer sausage to a bowl.
  • Add 1 tablespoon oil and bell pepper to skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, until browned in spots, 6 minutes. Add squash and half the tomatoes; cook 1 minute. Add 1/4 cup pasta water and cook until tomatoes soften, 4 minutes. Return sausage to pan and add remaining tomatoes. Season with red-pepper flakes. Cook until sausage is warmed through and juices thicken slightly, about 2 minutes. Toss with pasta; if necessary, add remaining pasta water to create a light sauce that coats pasta. Serve with Pecorino Romano.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 719 g, Fat 33 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 16 g, SaturatedFat 10 g

Tips for Making Spaghetti with Summer Squash and Peppers:

  • Use a variety of summer squash and peppers. This will give your dish a more colorful and flavorful finish. Some good options include zucchini, yellow squash, red bell peppers, and orange bell peppers.
  • Cut the vegetables into uniform pieces. This will help them cook evenly.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan when cooking the vegetables. This will prevent them from steaming instead of sautéing.
  • Cook the vegetables until they are tender but still have a bit of a bite to them. You don't want them to become mushy.
  • Use a high-quality olive oil. This will help to bring out the flavor of the vegetables.
  • Season the dish with salt and pepper to taste. You can also add other herbs and spices, such as garlic powder, onion powder, or Italian seasoning.
  • Serve the dish immediately over spaghetti or other pasta. You can also top it with grated Parmesan cheese.

Conclusion:

Spaghetti with summer squash and peppers is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a summer meal. The combination of fresh vegetables, flavorful sauce, and tender pasta is sure to please everyone at your table. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal, give this recipe a try!

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