Sausage and Zucchini Pasta Toss Recipe

Name: Sausage and Zucchini Pasta Toss
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 ounces, weight Whole Wheat Spaghetti; 4 Tablespoons Butter; 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil; 2 whole Medium Zucchini Cut Diagonally Into 1/4-inch Pieces; 1 cup Chopped, Fully Cooked Sausage (any Kind); 1 whole Garlic Clove, Minced; 2 whole Roma Tomatoes, Roughly Chopped; 1 Tablespoon Chopped Fresh Basil; 1/4 teaspoons Salt; ⅛ teaspoons Freshly Ground Black Pepper; 1/2 cups Shredded Parmesan Or Pecorino Romano Cheese

Servings: persons

8 ounces, weight Whole Wheat Spaghetti
4 Tablespoons Butter
2 Tablespoons Olive Oil
2 whole Medium Zucchini Cut Diagonally Into 1/4-inch Pieces
1 cup Chopped, Fully Cooked Sausage (any Kind)
1 whole Garlic Clove, Minced
2 whole Roma Tomatoes, Roughly Chopped
1 Tablespoon Chopped Fresh Basil
1/4 teaspoons Salt
⅛ teaspoons Freshly Ground Black Pepper
1/2 cups Shredded Parmesan Or Pecorino Romano Cheese

1
Cook spaghetti according to package directions; set aside.
2
Bring butter and olive oil to medium-high heat in a large skillet.
3
Add sliced zucchini.
4
Saute for 3 to 4 minutes or until the centers begin to show.
5
Add sausage and garlic.
6
Cook and stir for another 3 to 4 minutes.
7
Add tomato, basil, salt and pepper.
8
Cook until sausage is heated through and tomatoes begin to fall apart.
9
Add cooked spaghetti to the skillet and toss to combine.
10
Add more salt and pepper if you think it needs it.
11
Add half of the Parmesan/Romano cheese and mix well.
12
Sprinkle remaining cheese over the top and serve.

276

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 ounces, weight Whole Wheat Spaghetti, 4 Tablespoons Butter, 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil, 2 whole Medium Zucchini Cut Diagonally Into 1/4-inch Pieces, and more.

Yes, Sausage and Zucchini Pasta Toss falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Sausage and Zucchini Pasta Toss

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