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Tomato Zucchini Pasta

Delicious Tomato Zucchini Pasta for Quick Weeknight Meals

A quick and healthy Tomato Zucchini Pasta recipe for perfect weeknight dinners.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Fusilli Pasta Feel free to substitute with penne or whole wheat for added fiber.
For the Vegetables
  • 2 medium Zucchini Avoid overcooking to keep its texture intact.
  • 1 pint Cherry Tomatoes Add them toward the end of cooking to ensure they burst.
For Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can alternate with avocado oil.
  • 1 cup Vegetable Broth Chicken broth can be used if preferred.
For Creaminess
  • ½ cup Parmesan Cheese Nutritional yeast works well for a dairy-free alternative.
For Seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust based on your heat preference.
  • ½ teaspoon Fennel Seed
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh garlic can be used for bolder taste.
  • ¼ teaspoon Cayenne Pepper Adjust according to your spice tolerance.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Fill a large pot with water, add salt, and bring it to a boil. Add fusilli pasta and cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente. Drain pasta, reserving a cup of pasta water, and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add zucchini and sauté for 5-7 minutes until golden brown and tender. Transfer zucchini to a plate.
  3. In the same skillet, add more olive oil if necessary, and toss in cherry tomatoes, garlic powder, black pepper, fennel seed, and cayenne pepper. Cook for 5-7 minutes until tomatoes blister.
  4. Reduce heat to low and return zucchini to skillet. Stir in cooked fusilli and Parmesan cheese; toss for 2-3 minutes until the cheese melts.
  5. If the sauce is too thick, gradually add reserved pasta water to adjust consistency. Serve hot, drizzled with olive oil and extra Parmesan.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 10gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 550mgFiber: 6gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Enjoy fresh for optimal texture and flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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