Best Mushroom Pasta Salad With Cherry Tomatoes Recipes

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MUSHROOM PASTA SALAD WITH CHERRY TOMATOES



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This is a light, refreshing salad that can be used as a side or a main dish. It's easy to fix. Great for a picnic or carry in. Note: Prep time does not include marinate time. Adapted from a recipe in Pasta Cooking

Provided by Kathy W

Categories     Salads

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 10

8 oz mushrooms, sliced thin
8 oz cherry tomatoes, halved
8 oz pasta, mini penne or any shaped pasta of your choice
DRESSING
1/3 c olive oil
3-4 Tbsp lemon juice (start with 3 tbsp)
1 tsp (heaping) chopped fresh basil
1 tsp chopped fresh parsley or 1/2 t dried
salt and pepper to taste
1 Tbsp or so sugar, to taste (or omit if you prefer a tangier dressing)

Steps:

  • 1. Place sliced mushrooms in a large bowl.
  • 2. Whisk together all of the dressing ingredients. Add to mushrooms and gently mix to coat. Cover with plastic wrap and allow to marinate at least 1 hour.
  • 3. Cook pasta according to package directions. Rinse with cold water and drain.
  • 4. Add cold pasta and halved cherry tomatoes to mushrooms and lemon dressing. Mix well to coat. Serve at room temperature or chill if you prefer.

CHERRY TOMATO PASTA SALAD



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This juicy tomato pasta with basil is summer on a plate! Ripe cherry tomatoes, fresh garlic, basil, and extra virgin olive oil make a delish healthy meal ready in 10 minutes.

Provided by Katia

Categories     pasta     pasta salad

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups (10oz-300 grams) ripe cherry tomatoes, cut into quarters
1/2 lb (8oz-220 grams) short pasta (fusilli, orecchiette, penne...)
4 Tbsps (60 ml) extra virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling if you like
2 garlic clove, pressed or minced
10 fresh basil leaves, shredded
fine salt & pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Cook pasta in boiling salted water until al dente.
  • Meanwhile, cut the cherry tomatoes into quarters and add to a large serving bowl.
  • Add extra virgin olive oil, garlic, and basil to the bowl. Season with plenty of salt and freshly ground pepper, and toss well.
  • Drain your pasta, then rinse under cold water and drain again. You want to bring the temperature down and dress your pasta when cold.
  • Add pasta to the other ingredients and mix thoroughly, taste and season again before serving. Also, you might want to serve with a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil, freshly ground pepper, and basil leaves. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 470 kcal, Carbohydrate 59 g, Protein 11 g, Fat 21 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 16 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 4 g, ServingSize 1 serving

PASTA WITH 15-MINUTE BURST CHERRY TOMATO SAUCE



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Juicy sweet cherry tomatoes burst open in warm olive oil, creating a luxuriously silky sauce that comes together in minutes.

Provided by Anna Stockwell

Categories     Pasta     Tomato     Vegetarian     Kid-Friendly     Quick & Easy     Basil     Healthy     Small Plates

Yield 4-6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound pasta
Kosher salt
1/2 cup olive oil
2 large garlic cloves, finely chopped
3 pints cherry tomatoes
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Pinch of sugar
1 cup coarsely chopped fresh basil
Freshly grated Parmesan (for serving)

Steps:

  • Cook pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water, stirring occasionally, until al dente; drain and transfer to a large bowl.
  • Meanwhile, heat oil in a 12" skillet or wide heavy saucepan over medium-high. Add garlic, then tomatoes, pepper, sugar, and 1 tsp. salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, until tomatoes burst and release their juices to form a sauce, 6-8 minutes.
  • Toss pasta with tomato sauce and basil. Top with Parmesan.

CHERRY TOMATO AND MUSHROOM SALAD



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Yield serves 8-10

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pound cherry tomatoes
1 pound fresh mushrooms
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1/2 cup cider vinegar
One 0.7-ounce package Italian salad dressing mix
Coarsely ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Cut the cherry tomatoes in half. Halve any particularly large mushrooms. In a glass jar with a tight lid, combine the oil, vinegar, salad dressing mix, and pepper to taste. Combine the tomatoes and mushrooms in a salad bowl; pour on the dressing, and toss.

CHERRY TOMATO AND MUSHROOM SAUTE



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Lovely side dish, but I like it for lunch over toasted French bread and sometimes sprinkle with whatever cheese we have around.

Provided by Derf2440

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 13m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon soft margarine
1 clove garlic, smashed
1/2 lb medium mushroom, halved
2 cups cherry tomatoes, stems removed
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano or 1 tablespoon fresh oregano
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme or 1 tablespoon fresh thyme
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
salt
fresh ground pepper

Steps:

  • In large nonstick frypan, melt margarine over medium high heat, cook garlic and mushrooms, shaking pan, for 3 minutes.
  • Add tomatoes, oregano and thyme, cook for 3 to 5 minutes or until tomatoes are heated throough and mushroom are tender.
  • (Can be prepared an hour or two in advance and reheated).
  • Sprinkle with parsley, season with salt and pepper to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 36.4, Fat 2.1, SaturatedFat 0.4, Sodium 28.1, Carbohydrate 3.6, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 2.1, Protein 1.8

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