Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta until al dente.

Step 2

Meanwhile, heat the olive oil in a sauté pan over medium-high heat. Add the onion and cook until translucent but not browned, about 3 minutes. Add the garlic, zucchini, chard, salt and pepper. Stir until the garlic is fragrant and the vegetables become tender, about 4 minutes.

Step 3

Roughly chop the basil, parsley, carrot tops (if using and mint. Remove the cooked vegetables from the heat and toss with the zucchini blossoms and herbs until they wilt. Taste for seasoning.

Step 4

When the pasta is cooked, drain well and toss with the zucchini blossom and herb sauté. Serve warm or at room temperature topped with the parmesan cheese, if desired.