Best 6 Tomato Sesame Pasta Toss Recipes

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Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our versatile Tomato Sesame Pasta Toss, a culinary delight that caters to various dietary preferences. This tantalizing dish offers a harmonious blend of tangy tomatoes, nutty sesame, and aromatic herbs, creating a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Dive into the classic rendition of this pasta dish or embark on a culinary adventure with its vegan and gluten-free variations. Each recipe promises a unique taste experience, ensuring that every bite is a celebration of fresh ingredients and bold flavors.

The classic Tomato Sesame Pasta Toss is a symphony of simplicity and elegance. Perfectly ripe tomatoes burst with flavor, while toasted sesame seeds add a delightful crunch and nutty aroma. Fresh basil and garlic contribute herbaceous and savory notes, while a touch of red pepper flakes brings a subtle hint of heat.

For those seeking a plant-based alternative, the Vegan Tomato Sesame Pasta Toss is a delightful choice. Creamy avocado and tangy sun-dried tomatoes replace the cheese and provide a rich, flavorful base. Toasted pine nuts add a touch of texture, while nutritional yeast lends a cheesy umami flavor.

Those with gluten sensitivities can rejoice in the Gluten-Free Tomato Sesame Pasta Toss. This variation uses gluten-free pasta, ensuring that everyone can enjoy this delicious dish. The combination of roasted tomatoes, sesame seeds, and fresh herbs creates a symphony of flavors that will leave you craving more.

No matter which variation you choose, the Tomato Sesame Pasta Toss is a culinary delight that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you feeling satisfied. So, gather your ingredients, tie on your apron, and embark on a culinary journey that celebrates the vibrant flavors of tomatoes, sesame, and herbs. Happy cooking!

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FRESH TOMATO PASTA TOSS



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My parents went on vacation last year just as their tomato crop - and mine - was ready to harvest. After freezing as many tomatoes as I could possibly want or use, I had to come up with new ideas for using tomatoes. My husband loved this creation! It really is a great way to use tomatoes.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 pounds ripe fresh tomatoes
1 package (16 ounces) uncooked penne pasta
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley or 1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
1 tablespoon minced fresh basil or 1 teaspoon dried basil
2 teaspoons minced fresh oregano or 3/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon sugar
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup heavy whipping cream
1/4 cup shredded Parmesan or Romano cheese

Steps:

  • To remove peels from tomatoes, fill a large saucepan with water and bring to a boil. Place tomatoes, one at a time, in boiling water for 30 seconds. Immediately plunge in ice water. Peel skins with a sharp paring knife and discard. Chop pulp; set aside. , Cook pasta according to package directions. In a large skillet, cook garlic in oil over medium heat for 1 minute or until tender. Add the parsley, basil, oregano, salt, sugar, pepper and reserved tomato pulp. Bring to a boil; reduce heat. Add cream; heat through. , Drain pasta and transfer to a serving bowl. Pour tomato sauce over pasta; toss to coat. Sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 288 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 12mg cholesterol, Sodium 352mg sodium, Carbohydrate 49g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 10g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

TOMATO SPIRAL TOSS



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"When my husband and I don't have a lot of time, we fix this pleasing pasta dish," remarks Nicole Lynch of Powell River, British Columbia. It's easy to prepare...and easy on the pocketbook at 42 cents a serving. The price comes down even more if you use homegrown tomatoes from your garden.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

8 ounces uncooked spiral pasta
2-1/2 cups diced fresh tomatoes
1 tablespoon dried basil
1/4 to 1/2 cup canola oil
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, combine tomatoes and basil in a serving bowl; set aside. , In a small bowl, combine the oil, vinegar, garlic, salt and pepper. Drain pasta; add to tomato mixture. Drizzle with oil mixture; toss to coat. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 237 calories, Fat 11g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 163mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

FRESH TOMATO PASTA



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This is an extremely simple pasta recipe that I love to make when I don't really feel like cooking! I use rigatoni, but you can use whatever pasta you prefer. This is especially delicious with tomatoes fresh from your garden. Serve with garlic bread and a simple lettuce salad with Italian dressing.

Provided by Langu

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta

Time 22m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (8 ounce) package dry pasta
1 clove garlic
1 medium tomato
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 pinch salt

Steps:

  • Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil over high heat.
  • Coarsely chop the tomato and transfer to a small bowl. Sprinkle the tomato chunks with basil, olive oil, and salt. Set aside.
  • Once the water is boiling, stir in the rigatoni, and return to a boil. Cook the pasta uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the pasta has cooked through, but is still firm to the bite, about 12 minutes. Drain well in a colander, and then return the pasta to the pot.
  • Pour the tomato mixture over the pasta and toss to mix.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 501.5 calories, Carbohydrate 82.2 g, Cholesterol 134.4 mg, Fat 12 g, Fiber 4.3 g, Protein 17.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 33.4 mg, Sugar 7 g

SLOW-ROASTED TOMATO SAUCE WITH PASTA



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Instead of standing over a bubbling cauldron all day long, wondering how many dots of sauce you can collect on your apron, let the oven do all the work. You'll want to use canned tomatoes here, rather than fresh ones, because you can trust that the canned ones were picked at peak season, their flavors amplified by being preserved in a can with a little salt. By roasting them in a low oven for a few hours, you're effectively adding umami to an already umami-packed ingredient. Well, the oven is. You're not doing a thing except boiling some pasta, and eventually, marveling at how such a rich red sauce came from such humble, any-season ingredients.

Provided by Ali Slagle

Categories     dinner, for two, lunch, quick, weekday, pastas, vegetables, main course, side dish

Time 2h30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 (28-ounce) cans whole, peeled tomatoes
6 garlic cloves, peeled
1/4 cup olive oil
2 teaspoons hot sauce of choice (optional)
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more as needed
1 pound mezze rigatoni, penne or other tubular pasta

Steps:

  • Heat the oven to 325 degrees. Drain the tomatoes, then transfer them to a baking sheet. Gently break the tomatoes up with your hands or kitchen scissors into a mix of big and little chunks. Stir in the garlic, olive oil, hot sauce, if using, and salt.
  • Roast, stirring occasionally (and more frequently after the first hour of cooking), until the tomatoes turn dark red and the edges begin to caramelize, about 2 hours. Mash with a fork to break up the garlic and any remaining chunks of tomato.
  • Bring a large pot or Dutch oven of heavily salted water to the boil. Cook your pasta al dente according to package directions. Reserve 1 cup of the pasta water, and drain the pasta. Return the pot to the stove, turn the heat to medium-high, then add the tomato sauce and 1/2 cup of pasta water. Let simmer until combined, glossy and saucy, about a minute or 2, adding more pasta water as needed. Add the pasta and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 610, UnsaturatedFat 13 grams, Carbohydrate 100 grams, Fat 16 grams, Fiber 11 grams, Protein 18 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 699 milligrams, Sugar 13 grams

PASTA WITH TOMATOES AND MOZZARELLA



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Toss the classic combination of ripe tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and fragrant basil with pasta shells for a dinner that comes together in under 30 minutes.

Provided by Sue Li

Categories     Pasta     Tomato     Kid-Friendly     Quick & Easy     Dinner     Lunch     Mozzarella     Summer     Bon Appétit     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher     Small Plates

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 garlic clove, halved
2 pounds tomatoes, chopped
8 ounces fresh mozzarella, cut or torn into 1/2" pieces
1/2 cup coarsely chopped fresh basil
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper
1 pound medium shell-shaped or other short pasta

Steps:

  • Rub the inside of a medium bowl with garlic; discard garlic. Combine tomatoes, mozzarella, basil, and oil in bowl; season with salt and pepper and toss to combine. Let tomato mixture sit 15 minutes to let flavors meld.
  • Meanwhile, cook pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water, stirring occasionally, until al dente; drain. Add pasta to tomato mixture and toss to combine.
  • DO AHEAD: Tomato mixture can be made 8 hours ahead. Cover and chill. Bring mixture to room temperature before tossing with hot pasta.

PASTA WITH FRESH TOMATO SAUCE



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This pasta dish is wonderful served with a green salad. The best thing about it is that you can put this meal together in just a few minutes.

Provided by kelcampbell

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta

Time 25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (16 ounce) package dry penne pasta
8 roma (plum) tomatoes, diced
½ cup Italian dressing
¼ cup finely chopped fresh basil
¼ cup diced red onion
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Place the penne pasta in the pot, cook 10 minutes, until al dente, and drain.
  • In a large bowl, toss the cooked pasta with the tomatoes, Italian dressing, basil, red onion, and Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 256.8 calories, Carbohydrate 46.9 g, Cholesterol 3.1 mg, Fat 3.1 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 9.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 247.9 mg, Sugar 3.3 g

Tips:

  • Use ripe, flavorful tomatoes. This will give your pasta a delicious, fresh taste.
  • Toast the sesame seeds before using them. This will bring out their nutty flavor and make them more fragrant.
  • Don't overcook the pasta. It should be al dente, or slightly firm to the bite.
  • Add the sauce to the pasta while it is still hot. This will help the sauce to coat the pasta evenly.
  • Garnish the pasta with fresh herbs, such as basil or parsley. This will add a pop of color and flavor.

Conclusion:

This tomato sesame pasta toss is a quick and easy weeknight meal that is packed with flavor. It is a great way to use up fresh tomatoes and herbs from your garden. The sauce is light and refreshing, and the toasted sesame seeds add a nutty flavor that pairs perfectly with the tomatoes. This pasta dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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