Description
Healthy Tomato Zucchini Pasta is a vibrant, easy-to-make vegetarian dish that’s perfect for any occasion. This delightful recipe features fresh zucchini and juicy cherry tomatoes, creating a light yet flavorful meal that shines on your dinner table. Whether you’re entertaining guests or preparing a quick weeknight dinner, this dish impresses with its simplicity and deliciousness. With a cooking time of just 25 minutes, it allows you to enjoy wholesome ingredients without sacrificing flavor or nutrition. The combination of textures—from the tender pasta to the crisp zucchini—along with aromatic herbs and parmesan makes every bite satisfying. Elevate your mealtime experience with this nutritious and customizable pasta dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium zucchinis
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes
- 8 oz (220g) fusilli pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup vegetable stock
- 1 cup grated parmesan
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in boiling salted water until al dente; drain.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté diced zucchini until golden; remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, add cherry tomatoes, garlic powder, black pepper, fennel seeds, cayenne pepper (if using), and vegetable stock. Cover and cook until tomatoes blister.
- Add sautéed zucchini and cooked pasta to the skillet; stir in parmesan and combine well.
- Serve immediately with extra parmesan and a drizzle of olive oil.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 20mg