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Tomato Zucchini Pasta
Prep Time
10
minutes
minutes
Cook Time
15
minutes
minutes
Total Time
25
minutes
minutes
Servings
4
servings
Calories
450
A fresh and vibrant pasta dish combining tender zucchini, juicy cherry tomatoes, and aromatic basil for a quick, flavorful meal.
Ingredients
Pasta
8
oz
pasta (rotini, fusilli, or penne)
2
medium
zucchinis (sliced into rounds)
2
cups
cherry tomatoes (halved)
3
cloves
garlic (minced)
3
tbsp
olive oil
1/4
cup
fresh basil (chopped)
to taste
Salt
to taste
Black pepper
optional
Red pepper flakes
optional
Grated Parmesan cheese
(for garnish)
Instructions
Cook pasta in boiling salted water until tender, then drain, reserving ½ cup of pasta water.
Sauté zucchini in olive oil until golden, then remove and set aside.
Sauté garlic briefly, add cherry tomatoes, and simmer for 5-7 minutes.
Combine zucchini, tomatoes, and cooked pasta. Add reserved water if needed for sauce consistency.
Mix in basil, season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Garnish with Parmesan if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
Use fresh basil for the best flavor and adjust seasoning to taste.
Calories:
450
kcal
Cost:
$15
Course:
Main Course
Cuisine:
Italian
Keyword:
Pasta