Tomato Spiral Toss Recipes

TOMATO SPIRAL TOSS

Steps:

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

ANGEL HAIR TOMATO BASIL TOSS

Steps:

• In a large skillet, heat oil.
• Add garlic and green onions; stir fry for on minute.
• Stir in tomatoes, basil, salt, and pepper.
• Cook for 2 minutes, stirring frequently.
• Prepare angel hair pasta according to package directions; drain.
• Toss tomato mixture with hot cooked pasta. Serve immediately.
• Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
• **Variations: Add 6 slices of cooked and crumbled bacon or 1 cup chopped, cooked ham, chicken, turkey, or shrimp.

CHICKPEA AND FRESH TOMATO TOSS

Steps:

• Rinse and drain chickpeas.
• Place them in a bowl.
• Add the tomatoes and onions.
• Whisk remaining ingredients together.
• Toss with chickpea mixture until coated.
• Serve right away or refrigerate for up to 2 days.

PASTA SPIRALS WITH SHRIMP PEAS AND TOMATOES

Steps:

• Heat oil in a medium skillet; add shrimp and sauté over high heat, stirring, until pink and tender, about 3 minutes.
• Stir in scallion and garlic; add tomato and sprinkle with oregano. Cover and set aside.
• Meanwhile, cook the pasta in plenty of boiling salted water until al dente, about 10 minutes. Add ¼ of the pasta water to the shrimp mixture. Drain pasta.
• Toss pasta, shrimp mixture and peas. Season with salt and pepper to taste.