Penne Puttanesca

12 ingredients
4 steps

Ingredients

  • 2 zucchini, sliced into half moon shapes
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 16 basil leaves, torn
  • 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes, in their liquid
  • 2 tablespoons capers, rinsed and drained
  • 1/2 cup small black olives
  • 1/2 of a lemon, juice of
  • 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • coarse kosher salt
  • 1 lb penne rigate
  • 2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
  • fresh ground black pepper

Directions

  1. 1
    In a large bowl, combine zucchini, garlic, basil, tomatoes, capers, olives, lemon juice, olive oil, and salt (to taste). Place in refrigerator while pasta cooks.
  2. 2
    Meanwhile, bring 6 quarts of water to a boil in a large pot. Salt the water and add penne rigate.Cook for 12 minutes, or until al dente.
  3. 3
    Drain pasta and add the prepared vegetables, red pepper flake, and black pepper.
  4. 4
    Stir gently to combine all ingredients and serve.

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