Ziti with Roasted Zucchini and Garlic

Aug 3, 2025
by Abby Stanton
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PREP TIME

20 mins
COOK TIME

35 mins
TOTAL TIME

55 mins
SERVING

6 People
VIEWS

3

Elevate your pasta night with this vibrant dish! Roasting the zucchini and garlic transforms simple ingredients into a symphony of flavors, creating a deeply satisfying and aromatic meal.

Ingridients

Adjust Servings

2 pounds zucchini, cut into 1/4-inch thick rounds

8 large shallots, sliced

7 tablespoons olive oil, divided

12 cloves garlic, halved

0.5 teaspoon crushed red pepper

Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

1 (16 ounce) package ziti pasta

1 cup chopped fresh basil, divided

0.75 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Nutrition

Carbohydrate

78 g
Cholesterol

9 mg
Fiber

5 g
Protein

18 g
Saturated Fat

4 g
Sodium

210 mg
Sugar

7 g
Fat

20 g
Unsaturated Fat

0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). (5 minutes)

02

Step

In a large bowl, toss zucchini, shallots, 5 tablespoons of olive oil, garlic, and crushed red pepper until evenly coated. Spread the mixture onto rimmed baking sheets in a single layer. Season generously with salt and pepper. (5 minutes)

03

Step

Roast in the preheated oven, turning the vegetables occasionally, until they are tender and slightly caramelized, about 30 minutes. (30 minutes)

04

Step

While the vegetables are roasting, bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a rolling boil. Add the ziti pasta and cook, stirring occasionally, until al dente, about 9-12 minutes. Reserve 3/4 cup of the pasta cooking water before draining. (12 minutes)

05

Step

Return the drained pasta to the pot and toss with 1 tablespoon of olive oil to prevent sticking. Add the roasted vegetables, 1/4 cup of the reserved cooking water, and the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Stir over medium heat until everything is heated through and well combined. (5 minutes)

06

Step

Remove from heat and stir in 3/4 cup of fresh basil and the grated Parmesan cheese. Toss well, adding more of the reserved cooking water, 1 tablespoon at a time, if the pasta seems dry. Season with additional salt and pepper to taste. (3 minutes)

07

Step

Serve immediately, garnished with the remaining fresh basil.

For a richer flavor, use high-quality extra virgin olive oil.
Feel free to add other vegetables to the roasting pan, such as bell peppers or red onions.
A sprinkle of toasted pine nuts adds a delightful crunch.
For a vegetarian option, use vegetable broth instead of pasta water.
Freshly grated Parmesan cheese is highly recommended for the best flavor.

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