Creamy Vegan Zucchini Pesto Pasta

Bahan-bahan (4 porsi)

• 1 ½ pounds (680g zucchini or summer squash ((about 4 small-medium))
• 2 1/2 - 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, (plus more for finishing)
• Kosher salt to taste
• 7 g arlic cloves, (divided)
• 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes, (optional)
• 12 ounces (340g) pasta of choice ((use gluten-free pasta as needed))
• 1/3 cup (45g) pine nuts or pistachios
• 1/2 medium or large lemon, (zested)
• 1 cup (16g) fresh basil leaves, (divided)
• 1/2 cup (80-100g) cherry tomatoes or grape tomatoes, ( sliced in half or quarters)
• 1 can (15-ounce/425g) chickpeas, (drained and rinsed)