Pasta with Zucchini and Tomatoes: A Refreshing Delight!
A light and refreshing pasta dish featuring zucchini and tomatoes, perfect for a summer meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta
- 2 medium zucchinis, sliced
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add sliced zucchini and cook for 3-4 minutes until slightly tender.
- Add cherry tomatoes and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Drain the pasta and add it to the skillet, tossing to combine.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
Notes
- For a vegan option, ensure the pasta is egg-free.
- Feel free to add grated Parmesan cheese for extra flavor.
- This dish can be served warm or cold as a pasta salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg