Description
This Tomato Zucchini Pasta is a flavorful and satisfying dish that combines the freshness of zucchinis and cherry tomatoes with the savory goodness of garlic, Parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning. It’s a perfect meal for a quick and delicious dinner!
Ingredients
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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 Pasta: Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Saute Vegetables: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add zucchinis, cherry tomatoes, garlic, salt, black pepper, red pepper flakes, and Italian seasoning. Cook until vegetables are tender.
- Combine Pasta: Add cooked pasta to the skillet with vegetables. Toss to combine, adding reserved pasta water if needed to loosen the sauce.
- Finish and Serve: Stir in Parmesan cheese and fresh basil. Serve hot with additional Parmesan cheese on top.
Notes
- You can customize this dish by adding protein like grilled chicken or shrimp.
- Feel free to adjust the seasoning and spice levels according to your taste preferences.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 55 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg