Zucchini lemon pasta recipe

Zucchini Lemon Pasta recipe

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About this recipe
In this blog post I will guide you thru the steps and ingredients needed to craft this recipe. Grab your favorite apron and let's start.This zucchini lemon pasta recipe is a refreshing and flavorful dish that combines the lightness of zucchini with the tanginess of lemon. It is a simple yet satisfying meal that can be prepared in no time. The zucchini is saut�ed until tender and then tossed with al dente pasta, garlic, lemon juice, and zest. The result is a vibrant and citrusy pasta dish that is perfect for summer gatherings or a quick weeknight dinner.
Keywords: zucchini, lemon, pasta, refreshing, tangy
Zucchini lemon pasta recipe details
Ingredients
500 g linguine |
4 tbsp olive oil |
4 clove(s) garlic, minced |
juice of 1 lemon |
4 large basil leaves, chopped |
200 g zucchini, grated |
120 g Pecorino cheese, grated |
salt and pepper, to taste |
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet, add the garlic and zucchini, and sauté on medium heat for about 5 minutes.Add a bit of water, just enough to cover the grated zucchini and cover the skillet with a lid.
Cook over low heat until zucchini is soft, about 15 minutes.
Uncover and increase the heat to make the water evaporate.
Add the lemon juice and basil, stir, and remove from the heat.
Cook pasta in a large pot with lightly salted water.
Add the pasta, stir briefly. When the pasta is al dente, drain it and then toss the pasta in a large serving bowl with the cheese.
Top with the zucchini and serve immediately.
Preparation time:
ca. 20 min
Grade of difficulty:
easy
Calories per portion:
n/a
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