Best Summer Garden Pasta Soup Recipes

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SUMMER GARDEN PASTA



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Provided by Ina Garten

Time 4h20m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

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.

SUMMER GARDEN SOUP



Summer Garden Soup image

This soup is very tasty, and the best part is that all of the main ingredients come straight from my garden. It's even good when served chilled.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings (2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup chopped onion
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 to 6 garlic cloves, minced
3 cups chopped fresh tomatoes
1 cup fresh or frozen cut green beans
1 tablespoon minced fresh basil or 1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon minced fresh tarragon or 1/4 teaspoon dried tarragon
1/2 teaspoon minced fresh dill or pinch dill weed
1/4 teaspoon salt, optional
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3-1/2 cups chicken broth
1 cup fresh or frozen peas
1 cup sliced zucchini or yellow summer squash

Steps:

  • In large saucepan, saute onion in oil until onion is tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Add the tomatoes, beans, basil, tarragon, dill, salt if desired and pepper. , Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes. Add the broth, peas and zucchini; simmer for 5-10 minutes or until vegetables are crisp-tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 86 calories, Fat 5g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 77mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SUMMER GARDEN PASTA



Summer Garden Pasta image

This fresh-tasting side dish pairs pasta with an array of nutritious veggies, including zucchini, bell peppers and a juicy tomato. "Our four boys are all grown and out of the house, but I still grow a large garden every summer and give away everything we can't eat," notes April Johnson, Tonasket, Washington.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 35m

Yield 9 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 package (1 pound) small tube pasta
1 cup sliced yellow summer squash
1 cup sliced zucchini
1 cup julienned sweet red pepper
1 cup julienned green pepper
1 cup sliced green onions
1/4 cup butter, cubed
6 garlic cloves, peeled and thinly sliced
1-1/2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 small tomato, chopped
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
2 teaspoons garlic pepper
1 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute the yellow squash, zucchini, peppers and onions in butter until crisp-tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in broth and tomato; bring to a boil. Cook and stir until liquid is reduced by half. , Drain pasta; stir into vegetable mixture. Cook 1 minute longer or until heated through. , Transfer to a large bowl. Sprinkle with the cheese, parsley, garlic pepper and salt; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 277 calories, Fat 8g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 16mg cholesterol, Sodium 487mg sodium, Carbohydrate 42g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 11g protein.

SUMMER GARDEN PASTA SOUP



Summer Garden Pasta Soup image

This garden-fresh medley is a good choice when you want a summery soup that is slightly warm rather than chilled.

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 cups water with 2 vegetable bouillon cubes, or other stock option (page 9)
2 pounds ripe tomatoes, diced
1/4 cup oil-cured sun-dried tomatoes, finely diced
2 medium-small zucchini, quartered lengthwise and sliced
3 to 4 scallions, white and green parts, thinly sliced
One 16-ounce can navy beans, drained and rinsed
1/4 to 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley, to taste
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
2 cups tiny shell pasta or ditalini

Steps:

  • Combine the water with bouillon cubes in a large soup pot with the fresh and dried tomatoes, zucchini, and scallions. Bring to a rapid simmer, then lower the heat. Cover and simmer gently until the zucchini is tender but still firm, about 10 minutes.
  • Add the beans and parsley, then season with salt and pepper. Remove from the heat and let the soup stand off the heat for an hour or so before serving. This will give it time to cool somewhat as well as to develop flavor.
  • About 20 minutes before the soup is to be served, bring water to boil in a separate large saucepan and cook the pasta until al dente. Drain and rinse briefly with cool water, then stir into the soup. Taste to adjust the salt and pepper, then serve just warm.
  • Per serving:
  • Calories: 230
  • Total fat: 3g
  • Protein: 11g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Carbohydrate: 42g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg
  • Sodium: 275mg

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