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Light Summer Squash Pasta

Light Summer Squash Pasta That's a Breeze to Make

A quick and healthy Light Summer Squash Pasta that brings summer flavors to your table.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Pasta De Cecco brand recommended
  • 1 tablespoon Kosher Salt For boiling water
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil For sautéing
  • 2 cloves Garlic Freshly minced
  • 1 tablespoon Unsalted Butter For creamy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Lemon Juice To brighten the dish
  • 1 teaspoon Lemon Zest For enhanced flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Adjust to taste
For the Vegetables
  • 2 cups Summer Squash Chopped into 1/4-inch rounds
  • 2 cups Zucchini Chopped into 1/4-inch rounds
For the Finish
  • 4 ounces Goat Cheese Crumble for topping
  • 1/4 cup Toasted Pine Nuts Or use walnuts
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Basil For garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Grated Parmesan Cheese Optional

Equipment

  • large pot
  • skillet
  • cutting board
  • knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Wash and chop the summer squash and zucchini into 1/4-inch rounds. Mince the garlic and zest a lemon. Squeeze the lemon for juice and set aside.
  2. In a large pot, fill with water and add kosher salt. Bring to a boil and add the pasta. Cook according to package instructions, around 8-10 minutes, until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.
  3. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds. Add chopped summer squash and zucchini, sauté for 4-5 minutes until tender.
  4. Add the cooked pasta directly into the skillet with vegetables. Toss together, adding reserved pasta water to combine flavors.
  5. Add lemon juice, butter, and goat cheese to the skillet. Toss on low heat until cheese melts and coats the pasta. Adjust thickness with more pasta water if needed.
  6. Serve the pasta in bowls, garnishing with red pepper flakes, toasted pine nuts, fresh basil, and grated Parmesan.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 52gProtein: 12gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months. Reheat gently with olive oil or reserved pasta water for best texture.

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