Tortellini Salad With Zucchini & Peas

Step 1: Cook the pasta according to the package directions, omitting salt and oil; add the peas for the last 6 minutes of cooking time.

Step 2: Drain, and let cool for 10 minutes; place the pasta and peas in a medium bowl.

Step 3: Using a vegetable peeler, have the zucchini into ribbons.

Step 4: Heat 1 1/2 teaspoons oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic, and cook, stirring constantly for 30 seconds. Remove from the heat.

Step 5: Add the zucchini, stir constantly until the zucchini is slightly softened, about 1 minute.

Step 6: Add the zucchini and garlic mixture to the tortellini mixture.

Step 7: Combine the lemon zest, juice, salt, pepper and remaining 1 1/2 tablespoons oil. Drizzle over the tortellini mixture and toss to coat. Sprinkle with basil leaves if desired.