Description
Tomato Zucchini Pasta is a delightful and colorful dish that captures the essence of summer in every bite. With tender zucchini and juicy tomatoes harmonizing over al dente pasta, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests at dinner parties. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s a satisfying meal that boasts vibrant flavors and is incredibly easy to prepare.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (spaghetti or penne)
- 2 medium zucchinis (sliced)
- 2 large ripe tomatoes (diced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil the pasta in salted water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, warm the olive oil and sauté garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Add zucchini and cook for about 5 minutes until slightly softened.
- Stir in diced tomatoes, season with salt and pepper, and simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
- Combine the cooked pasta with the zucchini-tomato mixture; toss well to combine.
- Serve hot topped with grated Parmesan cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approx. 200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: - Swap zucchini for bell peppers or spinach for a different flavor profile. - Enhance the dish with fresh herbs like basil or oregano. - For added richness, drizzle with more olive oil before serving.