This zucchini mushroom and leek pasta recipe is loaded with veggies and flavor, tossed in a delicious light creamy sauce and finished with parmesan and fresh lemon.
In a large skillet heat up olive oil on high heat. Then reduce heat and add the sliced mushrooms, chopped leeks and chopped zucchini. Sauté for 7-8 minutes, stirring often until softened.
Add minced garlic, salt and pepper, continue cooking for 1-2 minutes.
Then add the broth, half and half, Dijon mustard, a sprinkle of salt and pepper. Stir everything and bring to a low-boil. Then cook until sauce had thickened, about 8-9 minutes.
Follow pasta instruction on package, drain pasta once al dente and set aside. Make sure to reserve at least ¼ cup of pasta water.
Add the reserved pasta water and parmesan and continue cooking for 3-4 minutes.
Add the pasta and the lemon juice to the skillet , stir everything well. Adjust salt and pepper. Portion pasta in plates or bowls, sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley and more parmesan, serve and enjoy!
Notes
Try to cut the zucchini and mushrooms about the same size so they cook evenly.
If you can't find leeks, you can replace them with onion.
*The nutritional values shown in this recipe are approximate for one suggested serving size using the ingredients listed but not including any optional items and may vary per actual preferred portion sizes.