Summer Cavatelli with Corn, Tomatoes and Zucchini: A Fresh Twist
Enjoy a delightful summer dish featuring fresh corn, juicy tomatoes, and tender zucchini, all tossed with cavatelli for a vibrant meal.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Boiling and Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 1 pound cavatelli pasta
- 2 cups corn kernels
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 medium zucchini, diced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- Cook the cavatelli according to package instructions until al dente.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Add corn and zucchini, cooking until tender.
- Add cherry tomatoes, salt, and pepper, cooking for another 3-4 minutes.
- Toss in the cooked cavatelli and fresh basil before serving.
Notes
- Feel free to add other seasonal vegetables.
- For a creamier texture, stir in some ricotta cheese before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Summer Cavatelli with Corn, Tomatoes and Zucchini, summer recipes, vegetarian pasta