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Summer Garden Pasta: Delight in Fresh Seasonal Flavors!

A vibrant and fresh pasta dish that celebrates the flavors of summer with seasonal vegetables and herbs.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

  • 8 ounces pasta such as penne or fusilli
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 medium zucchini diced
  • 1 medium yellow squash diced
  • 1 red bell pepper diced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cup fresh basil leaves chopped
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Method
 

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for about 3 minutes until it becomes translucent.
  3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
  4. Add the zucchini, yellow squash, and red bell pepper to the skillet. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
  5. Add the cherry tomatoes, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Cook for another 3-4 minutes until the tomatoes start to soften.
  6. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet along with the reserved pasta water, chopped basil, Parmesan cheese, and lemon juice. Toss everything together until well combined and heated through.
  7. Serve immediately, garnished with extra basil and Parmesan if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 12gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5g

Notes

  • For added protein, consider mixing in cooked chicken, shrimp, or chickpeas.
  • Swap out the vegetables for whatever is in season or available, such as asparagus, spinach, or peas for a different flavor profile.

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