Easy Squash Pasta
Servings
2(side dish portions)
Servings
2(side dish portions)
Ingredients
For the Pasta:
  • 1large zucchini(or yellow crookneck squash)
For the toppings:
  • 1cup cremini mushroomschopped
  • 1/2cup Roma tomatoesdiced
  • 1/4cup basilchopped, fresh
For the sauce – Quick Toss option:
  • 2tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1pinch sea salt
For the sauce – Quick Blend Pesto option-
  • 1cup basilfresh leaves
  • 1/2cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1clove garlic
  • 1pinch sea salt
Instructions
  1. First with a vegetable peeler or julienne slicer make squash “ribbons” by peeling lengthwise along the squash so small thin pieces come off. If you have a julienne slicer or a mandolin with a julienne slicer you will get a more specific shape for your noodle but both are delicious in this recipe. Add these “noodles” to a mid-sized mixing bowl.
  2. In a separate small mixing bowl add the quick toss sauce and whisk together. If you prefer the pesto, blend this before adding 1/2 cup to the bowl.
  3. Add in the toppings for the pasta, save the basil and toss with the sauce in the same bowl.
  4. Then transfer the mix of sauce and toppings to the bowl with the pasta and toss well.
  5. Serve your fresh mix on a plate with the fresh basil garnish.
  6. Enjoy!
  7. Pro Chef Tip: If you plan to make the components of this meal in advance to take along to work or on an outing, for best results package the noodles separate from the toppings and sauce. Toss them together right before serving to prevent the squash from getting too soft or watery. If you are prepping in advance for the week the “noodles” will last 3-5 days in the refrigerator before tossing and make a great base for a quick meal throughout the week!
Recipe Notes

Boost your vitamins and minerals plus reduce your grain intake by swapping out your traditional pasta for fresh squash pasta! This is an easier switch then you might think and doesn’t require any fancy tools, if you have a basic vegetable peeler you can accomplish this dish in just minutes. I have included a few options for you here as well, so from week to week as time permits you can try different versions of this simple add in for your weekly meal plan.

 

Squash is know as the “perfect” vegetable based on the ratio of hydrating water content to fiber and available nutrients so it is a perfect base for plant based dishes like this one! Be sure to include the skins of the squash so you can also benefit from the oxygenating chlorophyll they contain, especially zucchini! Even the basil garnish on this dish can boost your health by reducing inflammation in your body- flavor and function, gotta love mother nature!

 

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Servings
(side dish portions)
Ingredients
For the Pasta:
  • 1 large zucchini (or yellow crookneck squash)
For the toppings:
  • 1 cup cremini mushrooms chopped
  • 1/2 cup Roma tomatoes diced
  • 1/4 cup basil chopped, fresh
For the sauce - Quick Toss option:
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 pinch sea salt
For the sauce - Quick Blend Pesto option-
  • 1 cup basil fresh leaves
  • 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 clove garlic
  • 1 pinch sea salt
Servings
(side dish portions)
Ingredients
For the Pasta:
  • 1 large zucchini (or yellow crookneck squash)
For the toppings:
  • 1 cup cremini mushrooms chopped
  • 1/2 cup Roma tomatoes diced
  • 1/4 cup basil chopped, fresh
For the sauce - Quick Toss option:
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 pinch sea salt
For the sauce - Quick Blend Pesto option-
  • 1 cup basil fresh leaves
  • 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 clove garlic
  • 1 pinch sea salt
Votes: 1
Rating: 2
You:
Rate this recipe!
Add to Meal Plan:
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Instructions
  1. First with a vegetable peeler or julienne slicer make squash "ribbons" by peeling lengthwise along the squash so small thin pieces come off. If you have a julienne slicer or a mandolin with a julienne slicer you will get a more specific shape for your noodle but both are delicious in this recipe. Add these "noodles" to a mid-sized mixing bowl.
  2. In a separate small mixing bowl add the quick toss sauce and whisk together. If you prefer the pesto, blend this before adding 1/2 cup to the bowl.
  3. Add in the toppings for the pasta, save the basil and toss with the sauce in the same bowl.
  4. Then transfer the mix of sauce and toppings to the bowl with the pasta and toss well.
  5. Serve your fresh mix on a plate with the fresh basil garnish.
  6. Enjoy!
  7. Pro Chef Tip: If you plan to make the components of this meal in advance to take along to work or on an outing, for best results package the noodles separate from the toppings and sauce. Toss them together right before serving to prevent the squash from getting too soft or watery. If you are prepping in advance for the week the "noodles" will last 3-5 days in the refrigerator before tossing and make a great base for a quick meal throughout the week!
Recipe Notes

Boost your vitamins and minerals plus reduce your grain intake by swapping out your traditional pasta for fresh squash pasta! This is an easier switch then you might think and doesn't require any fancy tools, if you have a basic vegetable peeler you can accomplish this dish in just minutes. I have included a few options for you here as well, so from week to week as time permits you can try different versions of this simple add in for your weekly meal plan.

 

Squash is know as the "perfect" vegetable based on the ratio of hydrating water content to fiber and available nutrients so it is a perfect base for plant based dishes like this one! Be sure to include the skins of the squash so you can also benefit from the oxygenating chlorophyll they contain, especially zucchini! Even the basil garnish on this dish can boost your health by reducing inflammation in your body- flavor and function, gotta love mother nature!

 

SAMe Mood and Movement 400
SAMe Mood & Movement 400 provides SAMe (S-AdenosylMethionine), a nutrient with very high energy that helps power numerous enzymes important for the brain, joints, liver, muscles, and other organs. SAMe is fundamental to the body's renewal, repair, and overall well-being.

 

Can Infections Cause Memory Issues? - Listen now on The Brain Warrior's Way Podcast.