A meal the whole family loved! Can you believe it? Not only did they love it they devoured it. The Husband even asked for thirds!
That NEVER happens!
The best part? Let's see… It was easy. It was meatless. It was super fast make. Oh! and I got this guy to try raw summer squash…
I'm all about offering everything to the little ones. I think it helps raise adventurous eaters. 🙂
Anyway, here's what I did to make this simple crowd pleaser…
Ingredients
- 2 good size summer squash
- Handful of fresh Basil (about 25 leaves or so)
- 8oz Dry Whole Wheat Spaghetti
- 2 Cups of your favorite sauce (I used my Homemade)
- 1 tablespoon Parmesan Cheese
Instructions
Bring a pot of water to a boil for the spaghetti and cook according to the package. While you're waiting cut the squash into slices and loosely chop the basil.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high and saute the squash with a bit of non-stick cooking spray and kosher salt. (I used Basil Salt!)
Add about ⅔ of the chopped basil.
and cook for a minute before adding the sauce.
Toss everything together. By this time the spaghetti should be done. Drain and add to the skillet.
Add the cheese and toss to coat everything.
Pour into a serving bowl and top with the remaining fresh basil and a bit of cheese.
Scoop out the servings and watch them eat!
Sorry about all the photos. I finally had good lighting in the house!
📖 Recipe
Whole Wheat Spaghetti with Fresh Basil and Summer Squash
Ingredients
- 2 good size summer squash
- Handful of fresh Basil about 25 leaves or so
- 8 oz Dry Whole Wheat Spaghetti
- 2 Cups of your favorite sauce I used my Homemade
- 1 tablespoon Parmesan Cheese
Instructions
- Bring a pot of water to a boil for the spaghetti and cook according to the package. While you're waiting cut the squash into slices and loosely chop the basil.8 oz Dry Whole Wheat Spaghetti, 2 good size summer squash
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high and saute the squash with a bit of non-stick cooking spray and kosher salt. (I used Basil Salt!)
- Add about ⅔ of the chopped basil.Handful of fresh Basil
- and cook for a minute before adding the sauce.2 Cups of your favorite sauce
- Toss everything together. By this time the spaghetti should be done. Drain and add to the skillet.
- Add the cheese and toss to coat everything.1 tablespoon Parmesan Cheese
- Pour into a serving bowl and top with the remaining fresh basil and a bit of cheese.
- Scoop out the servings and watch them eat!
Stacy
Just made this with fresh tomatoes and extra basil from the farmers market, also had some feta hanging out in the fridge so tossed that in too. Great recipe!
LaNae
Made this tonight. Fantastic! Unfortunately, husband picked out the squash. Really...truly. Ugh!
Lynda
Oh yes, the more veggies the better:)
nancy
Oh I can't wait to make this--and I just might add some other summer veggies I got at the farmers market today.
Lauren T
That looks delicious! Glad it was a major hit for you, I'm sure it will be a hit at my house when I try it out! No need to apologize for all the pics-they just make the meal look more delicious and your kids are beyond adorable!
Lynda
First time commenting on your site. I love it! Really enjoy your style of writing and the new recipes you introduce. I made the pumpkin oatmeal muffins and they are my new favorite! I want to try this pasta recipe also; so simple yet looks so delicious.