Spaghetti with courgette & chilli
Preparation Time
5 mins
Cooking Time
5 mins
This pasta recipe is marvel and perfect for a quick dinner idea. It only takes as long as cooking the pasta to bring the whole dish together, which benefits from a nice kick via the red chilli. You can amp up the heat with more chilli if you like or leave it out altogether. They're not listed in the ingredients but finish the dish with a squeeze of lemon juice and of course, parmesan.
Tip
For an even quicker version of this recipe, grate the courgettes with a coarse grater. As a variation, add chopped parsley or rocket.
Ingredients
Serves 2
Ingredients
Method
Step 1
Cook the pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water according to the timing instructions on the packet, or until al dente.
Step 2
Meanwhile, slice the courgettes lengthways, using a vegetable peeler, or cut them into thin strips. Heat the olive oil in a frying pan over a medium heat. Add the courgettes, garlic and chilli. Stir over the heat for about 3 minutes, until soft. Season well with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
Step 3
When the pasta is cooked, drain it and return it to the pan. Add the courgette. Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve with a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil.
