Summer Veggie Pasta
Summer Veggie Pasta
Serves: 4
Cook Time: 25mins
Summary

This summer veggie pasta is everything we love about warm-weather cooking—simple, fresh, and totally satisfying. Tossed with sautéed zucchini, tomatoes, bell peppers, and loads of basil, it’s a light pasta dish that doesn’t skimp on flavor. It’s quick enough for a weeknight, but bright enough for a dinner party.

Ingredients

8 Oz Pasta (Spaghetti Or Penne)

2 Cups Cherry Tomatoes, Halved

1 Medium Zucchini, Sliced

1 Cup Bell Peppers (Red Or Yellow), Diced

3 Cloves Garlic, Minced

2 Tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil

1 Cup Fresh Basil Leaves

½ Cup Grated Parmesan Cheese

Salt and Pepper, to Taste

Directions

1. Cook the Pasta

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente.

Reserve ½ cup pasta water, then drain and set pasta aside.

2. Sauté the Veggies

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute, until fragrant. Then, toss in tomatoes, zucchini, and bell peppers. Cook for 5–7 minutes, until veggies are softened but still vibrant.

3. Combine & Serve

Stir in fresh basil. Add the cooked pasta and a splash of reserved pasta water to help everything come together. Toss until well combined.

Top with Parmesan cheese, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Give it a twirl—and dig in!

Notes

1. Use What You Have

Swap in whatever veggies you have—corn, eggplant, or spinach all work great.

2. Pack it with Protein

Want protein? Add grilled chicken, shrimp, or chickpeas.