Linguine With Zucchini And Chickpeas

Total Time: 30 mins Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 15 mins

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 12 ounces linguine
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 small zucchini, cut into thin half-moons
• 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1 (15 ounce) can chickpeas, rinsed
• 2 garlic cloves, sliced
• 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

Recipe

• 1 cook the pasta according to package directions. reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta water, drain, and return the pasta to the pot.
• 2 meanwhile, heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. add the zucchini and 1/2 teaspoon salt. cook, tossing often, until just tender, 4 to 5 minutes. add the chickpeas, garlic, and red pepper and cook until heated through, 2 to 3 minutes.
• 3 toss the pasta with the reserved pasta water. divide the pasta among bowls and top with the zucchini mixture.