Fettuccini with Zucchini & Mint Pesto

Ingredients

• 1 (9 ounce) package Cappello's Fettuccini
• 1 zucchini, with 1/8 Cup’s worth cut into matchsticks, the rest into 1/2″ cubes
• 1 garlic clove, thinly sliced
• 5 tablespoons olive oil, divided 
• Pinch red pepper flakes
• 1/4 cup roasted almonds, chopped
• Zest from 1/2 lemon
• 2 tablespoons grated Pecorino Romano 
• 1/8 cup finely chopped mint, plus more for garnish
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• salt & pepper, to taste