FARMERS MARKET GOAT CHEESE PASTA PRIMAVERA

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Provided by @MakeItYours

Number Of Ingredients 17

1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 clove garlic, minced or grated
juice + zest of 1 lemon
1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano
pinch of crushed red pepper flakes
kosher salt and pepper
1 small zucchini, cut into ribbons
1 small yellow squash, cut into ribbons
1 red bell pepper, sliced thin
2 ears corn, kernels removed from the cob
1 (12 ounce) jar marinated artichokes, drained
1 pound fettuccine pasta
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
6 ounces aged or creamy goat cheese, crumbled
fresh arugula and toasted almonds, for serving

Steps:

1. In a medium bowl, combine the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, garlic, lemon zest and juice, basil, oregano, crushed red pepper flakes, and a pinch each of salt and pepper. Add the zucchini, yellow squash, red pepper, corn, and artichokes and toss to combine.2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente. Just before draining, remove 1 cup of the pasta cooking water. Drain and add the pasta right back to the pot. Add the 1/4 cup pasta cooking water, the parmesan, veggies and any oil left in the bowl and toss well to combine. 3. Divide the pasta among bowls and top with goat cheese, arugula, and almonds. Eat!