Pasta with Zucchini and Tomatoes: Easy, Flavorful Family Delight
A delightful and simple pasta dish that brings together fresh zucchini and tomatoes for a family-friendly meal.
- Author: Souzan
- 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
- 8 ounces pasta of choice
- 2 medium zucchini, diced
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the diced zucchini and cook for about 3-4 minutes until tender.
- Stir in the cherry tomatoes, salt, and pepper, cooking for another 3-5 minutes until the tomatoes are soft.
- Combine the cooked pasta with the vegetable mixture.
- Garnish with fresh basil and Parmesan cheese before serving.
Notes
- Feel free to add other vegetables based on your preference.
- This dish can be served warm or chilled as a pasta salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: Pasta with Zucchini and Tomatoes