Lemony Fusilli With Chicken, Zucchini, and Pine Nuts

Name: Lemony Fusilli With Chicken, Zucchini, and Pine Nuts
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 20 min
Cuisine: European, Italian, Mediterranean
Ingredients: 3 teaspoons salt; 8 ounces whole wheat fusilli; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 2 zucchini, halved lengthwise, sliced into 1/4-inch thick pieces; 5 scallions, chopped; 1/4 cup pine nuts; 1 lemon, rind peeled in strips; red pepper flakes, 1 small pinch; 12 ounces boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces; 5 large basil leaves, sliced; 1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated (optional)