Best 3 Zucchini Pesto Tarts With Salad Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary masterpiece that combines the vibrant flavors of zucchini, pesto, and flaky pastry. These Zucchini Pesto Tarts are not only visually stunning but also a delightful treat for your taste buds. With a crispy, buttery crust and a luscious filling made from fresh zucchini, aromatic basil pesto, and a hint of Parmesan cheese, these tarts are perfect for any occasion. Accompanied by a refreshing salad dressed with a tangy vinaigrette, this dish is a symphony of flavors and textures that will leave you craving for more. Get ready to tantalize your palate with this delectable combination of savory and refreshing flavors.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

ZUCCHINI-RIBBON SALAD WITH PESTO VINAIGRETTE



Zucchini-Ribbon Salad with Pesto Vinaigrette image

Provided by Tia Mowry

Time 20m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup baby arugula
1/4 cup packed fresh basil, torn
1/4 cup packed fresh mint, torn
3 tablespoons plus 1/3 cup walnuts, chopped
1 clove garlic, coarsely chopped
Zest of 1 lemon, plus 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
3 zucchini, ends trimmed
1/3 cup goat cheese, crumbled

Steps:

  • In a food processor, combine the arugula, basil, mint, 3 tablespoons walnuts, garlic, lemon zest and juice, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Pulse until coarsely chopped. With the machine running, drizzle in the olive oil; process until smooth. Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Using a vegetable peeler, cut the zucchini into lengthwise ribbons. Add to a large bowl and toss with the 1/3 cup walnuts and the goat cheese. Add the dressing and toss to combine.

ZUCCHINI PESTO PASTA SALAD RECIPE BY TASTY



Zucchini Pesto Pasta Salad Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: fresh basil leaf, fresh parsley, fresh chives, pine nuts, small garlic clove, lemon juice, kosher salt, vegetable oil, Walmart Zucchinis, spinach, red wine vinegar, penne pasta, medium lemon, caper, fresh mozzarella cheese, kosher salt, freshly ground black pepper, fresh basil

Provided by Walmart

Categories     Dinner

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 cups fresh basil leaf, loosely packed
1 cup fresh parsley, loosely packed
½ cup fresh chives, cut into 2 in (5 cm) pieces, loosely packed
¼ cup pine nuts
1 small garlic clove
2 ½ tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon kosher salt
½ cup vegetable oil
2 Walmart Zucchinis, medium, sliced in 1/4 in (6 mm) in rounds
1 cup spinach, roughly chopped, loosely packed
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1 lb penne pasta, cooked according to package instructions, drained, and still warm
1 medium lemon
1 ½ tablespoons caper
6 oz fresh mozzarella cheese, torn into bite-size pieces
¼ teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste
freshly ground black pepper, to taste
¼ cup fresh basil, torn

Steps:

  • Make the pesto: Add the basil, parsley, chives, pine nuts, garlic, lemon juice, and salt to a high-powered blender or food processor. Blend on high speed, scraping down the sides with a rubber spatula as needed, until well combined, 1-2 minutes.
  • Make the zucchini pasta salad: Heat the vegetable oil in a large, high-walled skillet over high heat. Working in batches, fry the zucchini rounds in a single layer for 1-1½ minutes per side, until the outside is golden brown but the zucchini is still slightly crisp. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain, blotting away any excess oil.
  • Transfer the zucchini to a large serving bowl. Add the spinach and red wine vinegar, and toss gently to combine. Add the penne, pesto, lemon zest, capers, and mozzarella, and fold gently until well combined. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Garnish with the basil leaves and serve slightly warm, or refrigerate until ready to serve.
  • Enjoy!

ZUCCHINI PESTO



Zucchini Pesto image

Categories     Condiment/Spread     Parmesan     Basil     Walnut     Zucchini     Summer     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup (packed) fresh basil leaves
1/4 cup walnuts (1 ounce), toasted
2 garlic cloves
3 small zucchini (about 9 ounces), trimmed, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1/2 cup (packed) freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1 green onion, chopped
1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons olive oil
Assorted raw vegetables

Steps:

  • Blend basil, walnuts and garlic in processor until finely chopped. Add zucchini, Parmesan cheese and greed onion; process until coarsely chopped. Add oil. Using on/off turns, process until mixture is finely chopped. Season pesto to taste with salt and pepper. Transfer to bowl. (Can be prepared 2 days ahead. Press plastic wrap onto surface of pesto and refrigerate.) Serve with assorted raw vegetables.

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh zucchini that is firm and has no blemishes.
  • If you don't have a food processor, you can grate the zucchini by hand or use a vegetable spiralizer to create zucchini noodles.
  • Be sure to squeeze out as much excess moisture from the zucchini as possible before adding it to the tart filling.
  • Use a variety of herbs in your pesto to create a flavorful and complex sauce.
  • If you don't have any pine nuts on hand, you can substitute walnuts or almonds.
  • Serve the tarts warm or at room temperature, garnished with fresh herbs and a drizzle of olive oil.

Conclusion:

These zucchini pesto tarts with salad are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. The tarts are filled with a creamy ricotta and pesto filling, and they are topped with a fresh and flavorful salad. This recipe is a great way to use up summer zucchini, and it can be easily customized to your liking.

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