Lemon Basil Pasta With Sweet Peas

8 oz box rotini pasta, cooked al dente and kept warm
2 Tbsp olive oil 
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 big lemon, zested and juiced
1 cup frozen sweet peas, thawed slightly
1/2 cup heavy cream
8 to 10 basil leaves, cut into thin ribbons
1 cup grape tomatoes, halved
kosher salt and black pepper to taste

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium-low heat, add garlic and stir for 1  minute, then add lemon zest and stir for 1 more minute.

Now add in the peas and heavy cream, stir and cook for 2 minutes - Turn off the heat.

To the pot, add the cooked pasta, basil, tomatoes, and the lemon juice; stir gently to combine well.  Taste and adjust flavor by adding salt and pepper as needed.