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Easy Zucchini Tomato Pasta Sauce Recipe

Fresh zucchini and ripe tomatoes come together in this easy recipe that’s perfect for weeknight dinners.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
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Servings: 6 servings
Author: Betty

Ingredients

  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 medium zucchini, chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste
  • 1/2 cup water
  • Hot cooked pasta
  • Grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a large skillet, sauté onion in olive oil until tender.
  2. Add zucchini and cook until just tender, about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in garlic, salt, pepper, oregano, and basil. Cook for 1 minute.
  4. Add diced tomatoes, tomato paste, and water. Bring to a boil.
  5. Reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 10–15 minutes or until thickened.
  6. Serve over hot cooked pasta and top with Parmesan cheese if desired.

Notes

For extra flavor, add a pinch of red pepper flakes or stir in a handful of chopped fresh basil before serving.