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summer pasta

Summer Pasta: 7 Deliciously Fresh Ways to Enjoy It


  • Author: ushinzomr
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A refreshing summer pasta dish with vibrant vegetables.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 8 oz pasta
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup zucchini, diced
  • 1/2 cup bell pepper, chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook pasta according to package instructions.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
  3. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant.
  4. Add zucchini and bell pepper, cooking until tender.
  5. Add cherry tomatoes and cook for 2 minutes.
  6. Toss in cooked pasta and basil.
  7. Season with salt and pepper.
  8. Serve warm or chilled.

Notes

  • Use whole wheat pasta for a healthier option.
  • Feel free to add other seasonal vegetables.
  • Great served cold as a pasta salad.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 10g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: summer pasta, pasta salad, vegetable pasta