Healthy Tomato Zucchini Pasta

Ingredients

• 2 medium zucchinis, diced or spiralized

• 2 cups cherry tomatoes (or 2 large tomatoes), halved

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• ½ tsp Italian seasoning

• ¼ tsp chili flakes (optional)

• Salt & black pepper to taste

• 8 oz whole-wheat or regular pasta (your choice)

• ¼ cup pasta water (reserved)

• Fresh basil, for topping

• Grated parmesan (optional)

Instructions

1. Cook the Pasta

• Boil pasta according to package instructions.

• Reserve ¼ cup pasta water, then drain.

2. Cook the Veggies

• Heat olive oil in a skillet.

• Add garlic and sauté 30 seconds.

• Add cherry tomatoes and cook 3–4 minutes until softened.

• Add diced zucchini and cook another 4–5 minutes until tender.

• Season with salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and chili flakes.

3. Combine

• Add cooked pasta into the skillet.

• Pour in a splash of the reserved pasta water to help create a light sauce.

• Toss well to coat.

4. Finish

• Add fresh basil and a sprinkle of parmesan if desired.

• Serve warm!