Tomato Zucchini Pasta Delight: A Simple and Healthy Twist
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A delightful and nutritious pasta dish featuring fresh tomatoes and zucchini.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 2 cups zucchini, sliced
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt to taste
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 8 ounces pasta of choice
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute.
- Stir in the zucchini and cook until tender.
- Add the cherry tomatoes, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Cook until tomatoes are soft.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss well to combine.
- Remove from heat and stir in fresh basil before serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, sprinkle with parmesan cheese before serving.
- This dish can be made with whole wheat or gluten-free pasta.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg