Best 5 Zucchini Summer Pasta Recipes

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Zucchini summer pasta is a delightful and refreshing dish that showcases the flavors of summer. With its vibrant colors, light and zesty dressing, and an array of fresh ingredients, this pasta is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a special occasion. From classic recipes that combine zucchini with tomatoes, herbs, and Parmesan cheese to more innovative combinations featuring pesto, lemon, and grilled shrimp, there's a zucchini summer pasta recipe to suit every taste and preference.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SUMMER PASTA WITH ZUCCHINI, RICOTTA AND BASIL



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A summer pasta should be simple and fresh, ideally made with vegetables straight from the garden or market. Look for the best artisanal ricotta; top-quality ingredients make all the difference here.

Provided by David Tanis

Categories     dinner, lunch, quick, weeknight, pastas, main course

Time 30m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

Extra-virgin olive oil
1 small onion, finely diced
2 pounds zucchini, sliced into 1/4-inch-thick pieces (for larger zucchini, cut in half lengthwise before slicing)
Salt and pepper
2 garlic cloves, minced, or 2 tablespoons chopped green garlic
1 ounce basil, about 2 cups loose leaves
1 pound ziti or other dry pasta
8 ounces ricotta, about 1 cup (see recipe)
Pinch of crushed red pepper
Zest of 1 lemon
2 ounces grated Parmesan, pecorino or a mixture, about 1 cup, plus more for serving

Steps:

  • Put a pot of water on to boil. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the onions in 3 tablespoons olive oil until softened, 5 to 8 minutes. Reduce heat as necessary to keep onions from browning. Add zucchini, season generously with salt and pepper, and continue cooking, stirring occasionally until rather soft, about 10 minutes. Turn off heat.
  • Meanwhile, use a mortar and pestle to pound garlic, basil and a little salt into a rough paste (or use a mini food processor). Stir in 3 tablespoons olive oil.
  • Salt the pasta water well and put in the pasta, stirring. Boil per package instructions but make sure to keep pasta quite al dente. Drain pasta, reserving 1 cup of cooking water.
  • Add cooked pasta to zucchini in skillet and turn heat to medium-high. Add 1/2 cup cooking water, then the ricotta, crushed red pepper and lemon zest, stirring to distribute. Check seasoning and adjust. Cook for 1 minute more. Mixture should look creamy. Add a little more pasta water if necessary. Add the basil paste and half the grated cheese and quickly stir to incorporate. Spoon pasta into warm soup plates and sprinkle with additional cheese. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 457, UnsaturatedFat 7 grams, Carbohydrate 66 grams, Fat 13 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 19 grams, SaturatedFat 6 grams, Sodium 712 milligrams, Sugar 7 grams

ZUCCHINI SUMMER PASTA



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This is a fast, cheap, warm, summer main dish -- angel hair, yellow squash and zucchini in a tomato sauce -- and a great way to use up your summer squash. Top with cheddar cheese!

Provided by BMBLOCK

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Squash     Summer Squash

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 cloves garlic, chopped
1 white onion, chopped
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 zucchinis, thickly sliced
2 yellow squash, thickly sliced
salt and pepper to taste
1 pound angel hair pasta
1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes

Steps:

  • In large skillet, over medium heat, saute garlic and onion in butter and oil about 2 minutes. Reduce heat, and layer zucchini and yellow squash slices on top of onion and garlic. Add salt and pepper, cover and steam 10 minutes, or until squash is tender.
  • While vegetables are steaming, bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain. Add the crushed tomatoes to the zucchini mixture, stir and heat slightly, but do not cook the tomatoes. Serve the zucchini sauce over the pasta.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 486.5 calories, Carbohydrate 86.7 g, Cholesterol 7.6 mg, Fat 10.3 g, Fiber 10.8 g, Protein 17.7 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 513.8 mg, Sugar 6.7 g

PASTA WITH SUMMER SQUASH AND ZUCCHINI



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Another simple but tasty recipe from Leanne Ely's Menu Mailers (savingdinner.com). I love a quick, healthy meal especially when it gets me compliments from my hubby. I used wholemeal spirals instead of the linguine the original called for, and simplified the instructions to avoid dirtying an extra pan unnecessarily.

Provided by Gingernut

Categories     European

Time 25m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (14 ounce) jar spaghetti sauce, your favourite
1 medium zucchini, thinly sliced
2 small yellow squash, thinly sliced
2 medium onions, finely chopped
3 garlic cloves, pressed
1 tablespoon olive oil
3/4 teaspoon basil
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
12 ounces whole wheat pasta, cooked and drained

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute zucchini, yellow squash, onion and garlic in olive oil until vegetables are almost tender. Add basil and spaghetti sauce and stir until warmed through.
  • Spoon sauce over hot linguini. Toss to coat well. Top with cheeses.

SUMMER PASTA WITH ZUCCHINI, RICOTTA AND BASIL RECIPE - (4/5)



Summer Pasta With Zucchini, Ricotta and Basil Recipe - (4/5) image

Provided by á-24269

Number Of Ingredients 11

Extra-virgin olive oil
1 small onion, finely diced
2 pounds zucchini, sliced into 1/4-inch-thick pieces (for larger zucchini, cut in half lengthwise before slicing)
Salt and pepper
2 garlic cloves, minced, or 2 tablespoons chopped green garlic
1 ounce basil, about 2 cups loose leaves
1 pound ziti or other dry pasta
8 ounces ricotta, about 1 cup (see recipe)
Pinch of crushed red pepper
Zest of 1 lemon
2 ounces grated Parmesan, pecorino or a mixture, about 1 cup, plus more for serving

Steps:

  • Put a pot of water on to boil. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the onions in 3 tablespoons olive oil until softened, 5 to 8 minutes. Reduce heat as necessary to keep onions from browning. Add zucchini, season generously with salt and pepper, and continue cooking, stirring occasionally until rather soft, about 10 minutes. Turn off heat. Meanwhile, use a mortar and pestle to pound garlic, basil and a little salt into a rough paste (or use a mini food processor). Stir in 3 tablespoons olive oil. Salt the pasta water well and put in the pasta, stirring. Boil per package instructions but make sure to keep pasta quite al dente. Drain pasta, reserving 1 cup of cooking water. Add cooked pasta to zucchini in skillet and turn heat to medium-high. Add 1/2 cup cooking water, then the ricotta, crushed red pepper and lemon zest, stirring to distribute. Check seasoning and adjust. Cook for 1 minute more. Mixture should look creamy. Add a little more pasta water if necessary. Add the basil paste and half the grated cheese and quickly stir to incorporate. Spoon pasta into warm soup plates and sprinkle with additional cheese. Serve immediately.

SUMMER ZUCCHINI PASTA



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I'm always experimenting when my garden is cranking out zucchini and summer squash. This simple and healthy summer zucchini pasta is one of my latest wins. It's meatless, but you can add shredded chicken or grilled salmon for a heartier dish. -Beth Berlin, Oak Creek, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 package (16 ounces) pappardelle or tagliatelle pasta
1/4 cup olive oil
2 small zucchini, cut into thin ribbons
2 small yellow summer squash, cut into thin ribbons
4 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) diced tomatoes with roasted garlic, undrained
1/3 cup loosely packed basil leaves, torn
1 tablespoon coarsely chopped fresh rosemary
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a Dutch oven, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add zucchini and yellow squash; cook and stir until crisp-tender, 3-4 minutes. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Add tomatoes, basil, rosemary, salt and pepper flakes; heat through. Drain pasta; serve with zucchini mixture. If desired, top with additional basil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 254 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 505mg sodium, Carbohydrate 42g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

Tips:

  • Use a variety of vegetables. Zucchini is the star of this dish, but don't be afraid to add other vegetables like bell peppers, mushrooms, or asparagus.
  • Cook the vegetables al dente. You want them to be tender but still have a bit of a crunch.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan. If you add too many vegetables at once, they will steam instead of sautéing.
  • Use a good quality olive oil. This will help to bring out the flavor of the vegetables.
  • Add some herbs and spices. A little bit of garlic, basil, or oregano can go a long way in enhancing the flavor of the dish.
  • Serve immediately. Zucchini summer pasta is best enjoyed fresh out of the pan.

Conclusion:

Zucchini summer pasta is a delicious, healthy, and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a quick weeknight meal. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a meal that the whole family will love. So next time you're looking for a tasty and nutritious dish, give zucchini summer pasta a try. You won't be disappointed!

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