Summer Corkscrew Pasta

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 14
Delicious Summer Corkscrew Pasta recipe for lunch or dinner
in Pasta

Prep

20 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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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

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
479
Sugar
7g
Fat
24g
The Summer Corkscrew Pasta is a refreshing and zesty pasta dish that sings the flavors of the garden. The pasta itself is quite beautiful with its spiraled surface and corkscrew shape, making it a perfect match with the bright green zucchini, juicy tomatoes, and fresh herbs. The dish is easy to make, customizable, and always feels as if it's been carefully cooked with a lot of love and attention. It's a perfect choice for picnics, potlucks, BBQ cookouts, or any summer gathering where you need an easy and tasty main dish to serve.

Instructions

1.Cook the corkscrew pasta according to the package instructions, drain and set aside.
2.Cut the zucchini into thin slices and sauté with minced garlic and pine nuts in olive oil over medium-high heat until the zucchini is tender.
3.Add cubed tomatoes, parsley, basil, and black pepper; cook for 5 minutes until tomatoes are tender.
4.Add cooked pasta, mozzarella cubes, lemon juice, and remaining olive oil, and toss all ingredients until evenly distributed.
5.Serve with grated parmesan cheese on top.

PROS

This Corkscrew Pasta recipe is loaded with protein, fiber, vitamins, minerals, and healthy fats.
It’s vegetarian and can be made vegan with minor modifications.

It’s easy to make and can be served hot or cold, making it perfect for lunch or dinner during summer.

CONS

The Pine nuts and cheese add significant calories and fat to the recipe.
The cooked pasta may be too soft for some people’s liking.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This recipe is rich in antioxidants, vitamins C, K, and E, folate, magnesium, potassium, and healthy monounsaturated fats. The garlic and black pepper have anti-inflammatory and anticancer properties. The zucchini is low in calories, high in fiber, and may reduce the risk of heart disease. The tomatoes are rich in lycopene, a potent antioxidant that may help prevent prostate cancer. The basil and parsley have anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties and may improve digestion.

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