Shaved Squash and Tomato Pasta Recipe

Name: Shaved Squash and Tomato Pasta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Kosher salt; 12 ounces mezzi rigatoni or other short pasta; 1 clove garlic; 1 small yellow squash; 2 pounds assorted heirloom tomatoes, chopped; 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling; 1 bunch basil, leaves chopped; Freshly ground pepper; 1/4 cup grated grana padano or parmesan cheese, plus more for topping; 4 ounces fresh mozzarella (regular or smoked), roughly chopped

Servings: persons

Kosher salt
12 ounces mezzi rigatoni or other short pasta
1 clove garlic
1 small yellow squash
2 pounds assorted heirloom tomatoes, chopped
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
1 bunch basil, leaves chopped
Freshly ground pepper
1/4 cup grated grana padano or parmesan cheese, plus more for topping
4 ounces fresh mozzarella (regular or smoked), roughly chopped

1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
2
Add the pasta and garlic and cook as the pasta label directs; reserve 1 cup of the cooking water, then drain.
3
Meanwhile, thinly slice the squash on the wide side of a box grater (or use a mandoline).
4
Combine the squash, tomatoes, olive oil and basil in a large bowl; add 1 teaspoon salt, and pepper to taste.
5
Mash the cooked garlic with the flat side of a chef's knife; add it to the bowl along with the pasta, grana padano and mozzarella.
6
Toss until combined, adding the reserved pasta water as needed to moisten.
7
Season with salt and pepper.
8
Divide among bowls; drizzle with olive oil and top with more grana padano.
9
Per serving: Calories 698; Fat 33 g (Saturated 10 g); Cholesterol 40 mg; Sodium 766 mg; Carbohydrate 77 g; Fiber 7 g; Protein 25 g
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Photograph by Justin Walker

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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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Kosher salt, 12 ounces mezzi rigatoni or other short pasta, 1 clove garlic, 1 small yellow squash, and more.

Yes, Shaved Squash and Tomato Pasta 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.

Shaved Squash and Tomato Pasta

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