Pasta Primavera

Ingredients

• 6 oz Linguine pasta
• 1 small zucchini (cut into moons)
• 1 roma tomato (diced)
• 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
• 2 cloves garlic (minced)
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp butter
• Parmesan cheese (grated)

Instructions

1. 1

   Cook the pasta as directed on the package. Reserve 1/4 cup cooking liquid when draining.

2. 2

   Season the zucchini with salt and pepper.

3. 3

   Heat the olive oil in a small pan over medium heat.

4. 4

   Add the garlic and zucchini to the pan; cook until just soft, enough to remove the "bite".

5. 5

   Add the zucchini, tomatoes, red pepper flakes, pasta water, and butter to the cooked pasta.

6. 6

   Top with Parmesan, toss well to combine, and season with salt and pepper.