A light and healthy pasta dish featuring fresh tomatoes, zucchini, garlic, and herbs for a quick and satisfying meal.

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Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water and drain the rest.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add zucchini and cook for 5 minutes until tender but still crisp.
Add cherry tomatoes and cook for 3-4 minutes until they begin to soften.
Season with red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss everything together. If needed, add reserved pasta water to loosen the sauce.
Remove from heat and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese if using.
Garnish with fresh basil leaves and serve warm.