SUMMER SQUASH & CHERRY TOMATO PASTA

INGREDIENTS

4 medium yellow squash

8 ounces (225 g) capellini or brown rice spaghetti

Extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling

2 cups (500 mL) cherry tomatoes, halved

1 garlic clove, minced

6 sprigs fresh thyme leaves

Juice of ½ small lemon

Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper

TOPPINGS (CHOOSE 1 OR MORE)

Freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Fresh mozzarella slices

Torn fresh basil leaves

Red pepper flakes

Any pesto

DIRECTIONS

Use a julienne peeler to slice the squash into long thin strips.

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Prepare the pasta according to the instructions on the package, cooking until al dente. Drain the pasta.

Meanwhile, in a small skillet, heat a drizzle of olive oil over low heat. Add the tomatoes, garlic, fresh thyme, and pinches of salt and pepper. Cook until soft, about 3 minutes, turning as needed.

Toss the pasta with the squash, tomatoes, a drizzle of olive oil, the lemon juice, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Serve with your choice of toppings.

SERVES: 4

VEGAN

GLUTEN-FREE