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Sun-Dried Tomato and Zucchini Pasta

This pasta features a simple preparation where ripe tomatoes are cooked down into a bright, flavorful sauce, combined with tender zucchini slices. The dish uses minimal ingredients, emphasizing fresh produce, with the pasta absorbing the sun-dried tomato flavors and the zucchini providing a light crunch. The final result is a colorful, lightly sauced dish with vibrant textures and a summery appearance.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 520
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 12 oz pasta (e.g., spaghetti or linguine) uncooked
  • 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes preferably oil-packed, chopped
  • 2 medium ripe tomatoes chopped
  • 2 small zucchini sliced into rounds or half-moons
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • to taste fresh basil chopped, for garnish
  • salt and pepper to taste seasoning

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Skillet or frying pan
  • Cooking spoon
  • Chef's knife
  • Cutting board

Method
 

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. While the pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant and lightly golden, about 30 seconds to 1 minute.
  3. Add the chopped sun-dried tomatoes to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they become fragrant and slightly softened.
  4. Stir in the chopped fresh tomatoes and cook for another 3-4 minutes, allowing the juices to release and the mixture to slightly thicken.
  5. Add the sliced zucchini to the skillet and cook for about 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the zucchini is tender but still has some bite.
  6. Season the sauce with salt and pepper to taste, then gently fold in the cooked pasta, ensuring each strand is coated with the sauce.
  7. Cook everything together for 1-2 minutes just to let the flavors meld and heat through. Remove from heat and sprinkle with chopped fresh basil.
  8. Serve immediately in bowls, garnished with extra basil if desired. Enjoy the vibrant flavors and fresh textures of this summery pasta.