Tomato Zucchini Pasta Recipe
Tomato Zucchini Pasta is a vibrant vegetarian dish featuring tender pasta, juicy cherry tomatoes, and zucchini in a light garlic sauce. It’s a quick and easy recipe perfect for a healthy weeknight dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Saute, Boil
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
For the Pasta:
- 12 oz (340g) pasta (spaghetti, penne, or fusilli)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 medium zucchinis, sliced into half-moons
- 1 1/2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (plus extra for serving)
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1/2 cup reserved pasta water (if needed)
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta until al dente, then drain, reserving 1/2 cup of pasta water.
- Prepare the Vegetables: Saute zucchini in olive oil until tender, then add garlic and cherry tomatoes.
- Combine and Toss: Mix cooked pasta with vegetables, seasonings, Parmesan, and basil. Toss to combine, adding pasta water if needed.
- Serve: Plate pasta, top with Parmesan and basil, and serve.
Notes
- You can add extra vegetables like bell peppers or mushrooms.
- For a richer sauce, consider adding cream or butter.
- For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free pasta.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360 kcal
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 8mg
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