Description
A vibrant dish featuring sautéed zucchini, cherry tomatoes, and garlic tossed with pasta for a healthy and delicious meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz 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)
- 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
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook according to package directions, about 8-10 minutes. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water before draining.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Add sliced zucchinis and cook for 3-4 minutes until tender but not mushy.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add halved cherry tomatoes and cook for 2-3 minutes until they soften and release juices.
- Return the cooked pasta to the skillet. Add salt, black pepper, optional red pepper flakes, and Italian seasoning. Toss to combine, adding reserved pasta water as needed. Stir in Parmesan cheese and chopped basil until well coated.
Notes
Serve hot with extra Parmesan and basil on top. Pairs well with a light salad and bread.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Zucchini Pasta, Tomato Pasta, Vegetarian Pasta, Healthy Dinner, Quick Meal