Simple summer pasta
Linguine with Tomatoes, Squash, and Herbs
Ingredients
- 1 pound tomatoes, cored and finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon chopped basil
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- ½ tsp. red pepper flakes (or one small red chile)
- 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 12 ounces linguine or other pasta
- 1 large zucchini or summer squash
- 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, plus more for serving
Directions
In a large bowl, toss the tomatoes with the basil, parsley, garlic, salt, chile and olive oil. In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the linguine until al dente; drain well. Add the linguine to the bowl along with the sliced zucchini and toss. Add the ¼ cup of grated cheese, toss again and serve. Top with grated cheese if desired.