Zucchini Pasta

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Pasta with zucchini in a garlicky sauce. Serve with crusty bread and chilled white wine, if desired.

Submitted by Ellen C
Updated on May 31, 2024
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Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
25 mins
Servings:
8
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Ingredients

  • 1 pound rotini pasta

  • 5 small zucchini, sliced

  • ⅓ cup olive oil

  • 4 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 pinch crushed red pepper flakes

  • ⅓ cup chopped fresh parsley

  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

  • salt and pepper to taste

Directions

  1. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook pasta in boiling water until tender yet firm to the bite, 8 to 10 minutes. Drain.

  2. Fill a medium saucepan with lightly salted water. Add zucchini and bring to a boil; cook until zucchini is tender, about 3 minutes. Drain.

  3. Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté garlic and red pepper flakes in hot oil until fragrant. Add zucchini and parsley. Cook, stirring occasionally, until parsley is wilted.

  4. Add pasta and toss until well combined. Sprinkle with cheese. Season with salt and pepper.

Cook’s Note

I like to boil the zucchini before sautéing for a softer texture but you can skip this step if you prefer.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

320 Calories
12g Fat
45g Carbs
11g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 320
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 12g 15%
Saturated Fat 2g 12%
Cholesterol 4mg 1%
Sodium 89mg 4%
Total Carbohydrate 45g 16%
Dietary Fiber 3g 10%
Total Sugars 3g
Protein 11g 21%
Vitamin C 16mg 18%
Calcium 85mg 7%
Iron 2mg 12%
Potassium 328mg 7%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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