Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of summer with this quick and healthy Tomato Zucchini Pasta. In just 30 minutes, you can whip up a delightful dish that combines al dente pasta with tender zucchini and sweet cherry tomatoes, all brought together by fragrant garlic and fresh basil. This versatile recipe can be enjoyed warm or as a refreshing chilled pasta salad, making it perfect for both weeknight dinners and casual gatherings. With wholesome ingredients and easy preparation, it’s a satisfying meal that everyone will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces of pasta (rotini, fusilli, or penne)
- 2 medium zucchinis (sliced into rounds)
- 2 cups of cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- 3 tablespoons of olive oil
- ¼ cup of fresh basil (chopped)
- Salt and black pepper (to taste)
- Red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package directions until al dente. Before draining, reserve ½ cup of the cooking water.
- In a skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Sauté the zucchini for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and tender; remove from the skillet.
- Add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil to the skillet, sauté garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant, then add cherry tomatoes along with a pinch of salt. Cook for 5-7 minutes until softened.
- Return zucchini to the skillet, add cooked pasta and toss everything together. If needed, use reserved pasta water for a smoother consistency.
- Stir in chopped basil and season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if desired.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg