Best Summer Beans With Marinated Mozzarella And Cherry Tomatoes Recipes

CHERRY TOMATO AND WHITE BEAN SALAD

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This simple salad makes a bright, tangy companion to grilled meat or fish. Marinating the red onions and garlic in the vinaigrette for 15 minutes not only diffuses their flavor but also softens their bite. This salad travels well and would be an excellent choice for a potluck or picnic. It's also supremely versatile, and can be dressed up with any soft herb like basil, tarragon or mint, and chile, in almost any form.

Provided by Lidey Heuck

Categories brunch, dinner, easy, quick, weekday, beans, vegetables, main course, side dish

Time 5m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1/4 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
3/4 cup very thinly sliced red onion (about 1/2 a small onion)
1 1/2 teaspoons minced garlic (about 1 large clove)
2 pints cherry tomatoes, halved
1 (15-ounce can) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
1/3 cup chopped fresh parsley
1/2 cup shaved Parmesan (about 2 ounces)

Steps:

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, vinegar, mustard, salt and pepper. Stir in the red onion and garlic and set the dressing aside to marinate for 15 to 30 minutes at room temperature.
Place the tomatoes, white beans and parsley in a large bowl. Pour the dressing over the salad, toss well, then gently fold in the Parmesan. Serve at room temperature using a slotted spoon.

SUMMER GARDEN PASTA

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Provided by Ina Garten

Time 4h20m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

4 pints cherry tomatoes, halved
Good olive oil
2 tablespoons minced garlic (6 cloves)
18 large basil leaves, julienned, plus extra for serving
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
Kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 pound dried angel hair pasta
1 1/2 cups freshly grated Parmesan cheese, plus extra for serving

Steps:

Combine the cherry tomatoes, 1/2 cup olive oil, garlic, basil leaves, red pepper flakes, 1 teaspoon salt, and the pepper in a large bowl. Cover with plastic wrap, and set aside at room temperature for about 4 hours.
Just before you're ready to serve, bring a large pot of water with a splash of olive oil and 2 tablespoons salt to a boil and add the pasta. Cook al dente according to the directions on the package (be careful - it only takes 2 to 3 minutes!). Drain the pasta well and add to the bowl with the cherry tomatoes. Add the cheese and some extra fresh basil leaves and toss well. Serve in big bowls with extra cheese on each serving.

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