Ingredients

  • 2 tsp grated lemon zest
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 12 oz rigatoni pasta
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 2 None shallots, minced
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 3 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 1/4 cups tomato juice
  • 3 None tomatoes, diced
  • Pinch None sugar
  • 1 None zucchini, thinly sliced

Method

  • In a small bowl, mix the lemon zest and parsley; set aside. Cook the pasta according to the package directions.
  • Meanwhile, heat 1 tbsp oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the shallots and garlic and cook, stirring, until softened. Add the tomato paste and cook, stirring, for 1 min. Add the tomato juice and tomatoes and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer for 5 mins. Season with a pinch of sugar and salt and pepper to taste. Remove from the heat; cover to keep warm.
  • Heat the remaining 1 tbsp oil in a large, deep nonstick skillet and cook the zucchini until lightly browned on both sides. Drain the pasta, add to the zucchini and cook for 1 min. Divide the pasta mixture among four shallow bowls. Top with the tomato sauce and the lemon-parsley mixture and serve.