Summer Corkscrew Pasta Recipe

Name: Summer Corkscrew Pasta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb corkscrew macaroni; 8 -10 tiny zucchini (or 2 medium zucchini); 3 garlic cloves, minced; 1/3 cup pine nuts; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 3 large tomatoes, cut into 1/2 inch cubes; 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped; 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped; 1 1/2 cups mozzarella cheese, cut into 1/2-inch cubes; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 2 tablespoons olive oil; ground black pepper; freshly grated parmesan cheese

Servings: persons

1 lb corkscrew macaroni
8 -10 tiny zucchini (or 2 medium zucchini)
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/3 cup pine nuts
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 large tomatoes, cut into 1/2 inch cubes
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
1 1/2 cups mozzarella cheese, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons olive oil
ground black pepper
freshly grated parmesan cheese

1
Cook pasta according to package directions.
2
Cut tiny zucchini into rounds, or cut medium-sized zucchini into quarter rounds about 1/4 inch thick.
3
In a skillet, saute the zucchini, garlic and pine nuts in olive oil until the garlic is golden and the zucchini is barely tender, for just a few minutes.
4
Put the zucchini into a large serving bowl and add the tomatoes, parsley, basil, cheese, lemon juice and olive oil. Add black pepper to taste and mix well.
5
When pasta is el dente, drain it and add to the serving bowl.
6
Toss everything and serve immediately.
7
Sprinkle with Parmesan if desired.

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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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb corkscrew macaroni, 8 -10 tiny zucchini (or 2 medium zucchini), 3 garlic cloves, minced, 1/3 cup pine nuts, and more.

Yes, Summer Corkscrew 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.

Summer Corkscrew Pasta

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