Zucchini Pasta with Pecorino
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I love this recipe because it lets the flavor of garden-fresh zucchini shine through. I usually make this in summer when I have fresh zucchini from the garden. It is a wonderful summer meal.
Zucchini Pasta with Pecorino
June 12, 2023
Ingredients
- 2 cloves of garlic
- 2 medium zucchini, thinly sliced lengthwise with a potato peeler
- 1/4 cup Fresh Basil (packed)
- 3 Tbsp. Fresh Mint (packed)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggio
- 1/2 cup grated pecorino
- 3 Tablespoons EVOO
- 1-1/2 tablespoons Anchovy Paste (optional)
- Hot pepper flakes (optional)
- Kosher salt
- 8 ounces pasta
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted water and reserve 1 cup of the cooking water.
- Place ribbons (about 5 cups total) in large colander set over large bowl; sprinkle with 1 teaspoon Kosher salt. Let stand 30 minutes. Rinse zucchini under cold running water; drain well. Spread on 2 large kitchen towels; roll up in towels to absorb excess water. Set aside.
- Saute the garlic, anchovy paste, and hot pepper for a bit and then add the Zucchini. Saute for a couple of minutes and add 1/4 cup of the pasta water. Cook until zucchini is tender, about 5 minutes. Add 1/4 teaspoon of salt, the mint, and half of the basil.
- Add the pasta and 1/2 cup of cooking water. Cook until the water is absorbed and then add the cheese and remaining basil. Stir and serve.
Nutrition Facts
Zucchini Pasta with Pecorino
Serves: 4 Medium Servings
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Amount Per Serving: 1/4 Recipe
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| Calories | 469.69 kcal | |
| % Daily Value* | ||
| Total Fat 20.89 g | 30.8% | |
| Saturated Fat 7.32 g | 35% | |
| Trans Fat 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol 33.63 mg | 11% | |
| Sodium 634.06 mg | 26.4% | |
| Total Carbohydrate 48.04 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber 3.24 g | 12% | |
| Sugars | ||
| Protein 22.18 g | ||
| Vitamin A 80.34 µg | Vitamin C 27.99 mg | |
| Calcium 447.14 mg | Iron 2.29 mg | |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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