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Fresh Summer Garden Pasta

This light and colorful pasta dish celebrates the very best produce found at the farmers market in July.

By Daily Recipes Book· 🌍 Italian· July 14, 2026
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Prep
10 minutes
Cook
15 minutes
Total
25 minutes
Serves
4

July is the time of year when our gardens and local markets are bursting with vibrant vegetables. I love this recipe because it uses fresh tomatoes, zucchini, and basil to create a meal that feels like sunshine in a bowl.

My top tip for this dish is to use the ripest tomatoes you can find. Since there are so few ingredients, the quality of your produce really makes a big difference in the final flavor.

Ingredients

  • 1 pound linguine or your favorite pasta
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 medium zucchini, sliced into half moons
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 cup fresh basil leaves, torn
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. 1

    Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to the package directions until al dente.

  2. 2

    While the pasta cooks, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

  3. 3

    Add the garlic and red pepper flakes to the skillet and cook for one minute until fragrant.

  4. 4

    Add the zucchini to the skillet and sauté for about five minutes until it begins to soften.

  5. 5

    Stir in the cherry tomatoes and cook for another three minutes until they start to burst and release their juices.

  6. 6

    Drain the pasta and add it directly into the skillet with the vegetables.

  7. 7

    Toss everything together with the fresh basil and parmesan cheese. Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving.

💡 Tips

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two days. This dish is best served warm, but it also makes a lovely cold pasta salad the next day if you add a splash of olive oil and a squeeze of lemon.

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