# What You’ll Need:
→ Pasta
01 - 12 oz penne or farfalle pasta
→ Fresh Vegetables
02 - 1 medium zucchini, sliced into half-moons
03 - 1 medium yellow squash, sliced into half-moons
04 - 1 cup asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
05 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
06 - 1 medium red bell pepper, thinly sliced
07 - 1 cup fresh or frozen peas
→ Aromatics & Herbs
08 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
09 - 1 small shallot, finely chopped
10 - 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
11 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
12 - Zest of 1 medium lemon
13 - 2 tablespoons lemon juice
→ Sauce & Seasoning
14 - 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
15 - 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus extra for serving
16 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
17 - Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
# Steps:
01 - Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Prepare the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of cooking water, then drain.
02 - While pasta cooks, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the shallot and minced garlic, sauté for 1 minute until aromatic.
03 - Add zucchini, yellow squash, asparagus, and bell pepper. Sauté for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are tender.
04 - Stir in cherry tomatoes and peas. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until tomatoes begin to soften.
05 - Add drained pasta to the skillet with vegetables. Toss gently to mix evenly.
06 - Add reserved pasta water, lemon zest, lemon juice, chopped basil, and parsley. Drizzle with remaining olive oil. Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes, if desired.
07 - Remove from heat and fold in Parmesan cheese. Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan and fresh herbs as preferred.
